Crested guan

Penelope purpurascens

Family: Cracidae Order: Galliformes Conservation: Least Concern
Crested guan

About the Crested guan

species of bird

Fun Facts About Crested guan

  • The Crested guan (Penelope purpurascens) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Crested guan is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderGalliformes
FamilyCracidae
GenusPenelope
SpeciesPenelope purpurascens

Range & Habitat

Range map of Crested guan

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Related Species

Other species in the Cracidae family: