About the Crested Guan
The Crested Guan (Penelope purpurascens) is a species of bird in the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 57 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code cregua1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows (Cracidae) |
| Species | Penelope purpurascens |
| Species Codes | cregua1, CRGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Guan belong to?
The Crested Guan (Penelope purpurascens) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Crested Guan?
The Crested Guan is a member of the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Crested Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cregua1, or on iNaturalist.