About the Chestnut-headed Nunlet
The Chestnut-headed Nunlet (Nonnula amaurocephala) is a species of bird in the Puffbirds family (Bucconidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 37 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chhnun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Puffbirds (Bucconidae) |
| Species | Nonnula amaurocephala |
| Species Codes | chhnun1, CHNU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-headed Nunlet belong to?
The Chestnut-headed Nunlet (Nonnula amaurocephala) belongs to the Puffbirds family (Bucconidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-headed Nunlet?
The Chestnut-headed Nunlet is a member of the Puffbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chestnut-headed Nunlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-headed Nunlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chhnun1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
37
Species in Family
2
iNat Observations
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