About the Horned Curassow
The Horned Curassow (Pauxi unicornis) 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 horcur3 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 | Pauxi unicornis |
| Species Codes | horcur3, HOCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Horned Curassow belong to?
The Horned Curassow (Pauxi unicornis) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Horned Curassow?
The Horned 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 Horned Curassow sighting?
You can log sightings of Horned Curassow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code horcur3, or on iNaturalist.