About the Crested Gallito
The crested gallito is a species of suboscine passerine bird in the tapaculo family Rhinocryptidae. It is the only species placed in the genus Rhinocrypta. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Rhinocrypta lanceolata |
| Species Codes | cregal1, CRGA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Gallito belong to?
The Crested Gallito (Rhinocrypta lanceolata) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crested Gallito?
The crested gallito is a species of suboscine passerine bird in the tapaculo family Rhinocryptidae. It is the only species placed in the genus Rhinocrypta. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay....
Where can I report a Crested Gallito sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Gallito on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cregal1, or on iNaturalist.
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