About the Crested Hornero
The Crested Hornero (Furnarius cristatus) is a species of bird in the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 321 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code crehor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers (Furnariidae) |
| Species | Furnarius cristatus |
| Species Codes | crehor1, CRHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Hornero belong to?
The Crested Hornero (Furnarius cristatus) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crested Hornero?
The Crested Hornero is a member of the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Crested Hornero sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Hornero on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crehor1, or on iNaturalist.