About the Dusky-legged Guan
The Dusky-legged Guan (Penelope obscura) 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 dulgua1 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 obscura |
| Species Codes | dulgua1, DLGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dusky-legged Guan belong to?
The Dusky-legged Guan (Penelope obscura) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Dusky-legged Guan?
The Dusky-legged 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 Dusky-legged Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Dusky-legged Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dulgua1, or on iNaturalist.