Horned guan

Oreophasis derbianus

The horned guan (Oreophasis derbianus) is an endangered species in an ancient group of birds of the family Cracidae, which are related to the Australasian megapodes or mound builders (Megapodiidae).

Family: Cracidae Order: Galliformes Conservation: Endangered
Horned guan

About the Horned guan

The horned guan (Oreophasis derbianus) is an endangered species in an ancient group of birds of the family Cracidae, which are related to the Australasian megapodes or mound builders (Megapodiidae). It is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and possibly Honduras.

Fun Facts About Horned guan

  • The horned guan (Oreophasis derbianus) is an endangered species in an ancient group of birds of the family Cracidae, which are related to the Australasian megapodes or mound builders (Megapodiidae).

Conservation Status

The Horned guan is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. This species is at significant risk of extinction and requires active conservation efforts.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderGalliformes
FamilyCracidae
GenusOreophasis
SpeciesOreophasis derbianus

Range & Habitat

Range map of Horned guan

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Related Species

Other species in the Cracidae family: