About the Crestless Curassow
The Crestless Curassow (Mitu tomentosum) 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 crecur2 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 | Mitu tomentosum |
| Species Codes | crecur2, CRCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crestless Curassow belong to?
The Crestless Curassow (Mitu tomentosum) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Crestless Curassow?
The Crestless Curassow 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 Crestless Curassow sighting?
You can log sightings of Crestless Curassow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crecur2, or on iNaturalist.