About the Spix's Guan
The Spix's Guan (Penelope jacquacu) 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 spigua1 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 jacquacu |
| Species Codes | spigua1, SPGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spix's Guan belong to?
The Spix's Guan (Penelope jacquacu) belongs to the Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows family (Cracidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Spix's Guan?
The Spix's 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 Spix's Guan sighting?
You can log sightings of Spix's Guan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spigua1, or on iNaturalist.