About the Purus Jacamar
The Purus Jacamar (Galbalcyrhynchus purusianus) is a species of bird in the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code purjac2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Jacamars (Galbulidae) |
| Species | Galbalcyrhynchus purusianus |
| Species Codes | purjac2, PUJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purus Jacamar belong to?
The Purus Jacamar (Galbalcyrhynchus purusianus) belongs to the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Purus Jacamar?
The Purus Jacamar is a member of the Jacamars family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Purus Jacamar sighting?
You can log sightings of Purus Jacamar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purjac2, or on iNaturalist.