About the Southern Nutcracker
The Southern Nutcracker (Nucifraga hemispila) is a species of bird in the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 136 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code eurnut4 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Crows, Jays, and Magpies (Corvidae) |
| Species | Nucifraga hemispila |
| Species Codes | eurnut4, SONU, SPNU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Nutcracker belong to?
The Southern Nutcracker (Nucifraga hemispila) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern Nutcracker?
The Southern Nutcracker is a member of the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Southern Nutcracker sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Nutcracker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurnut4, or on iNaturalist.