About the Black-capped Tinamou
The Black-capped Tinamou (Crypturellus atrocapillus) is a species of bird in the Tinamous family (Tinamidae), within the order Tinamiformes. This family contains 46 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blctin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Tinamiformes |
| Family | Tinamous (Tinamidae) |
| Species | Crypturellus atrocapillus |
| Species Codes | blctin1, BCTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Tinamou belong to?
The Black-capped Tinamou (Crypturellus atrocapillus) belongs to the Tinamous family (Tinamidae), in the order Tinamiformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Tinamou?
The Black-capped Tinamou is a member of the Tinamous family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-capped Tinamou sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Tinamou on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blctin1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tinamous 46 species
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Quick Stats
Tinamiformes
Order
46
Species in Family
22
iNat Observations
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