About the Red-faced Guan
The Red-faced Guan (Penelope dabbenei) 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 refgua1 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 dabbenei |
| Species Codes | refgua1, RFGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-faced Guan belong to?
The Red-faced Guan (Penelope dabbenei) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Red-faced Guan?
The Red-faced 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 Red-faced Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-faced Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code refgua1, or on iNaturalist.
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