About the Chowchilla
The Chowchilla (Orthonyx spaldingii) is a species of bird in the Logrunners family (Orthonychidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 3 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chowch1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Logrunners (Orthonychidae) |
| Species | Orthonyx spaldingii |
| Species Codes | chowch1, CHOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chowchilla belong to?
The Chowchilla (Orthonyx spaldingii) belongs to the Logrunners family (Orthonychidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chowchilla?
The Chowchilla is a member of the Logrunners family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chowchilla sighting?
You can log sightings of Chowchilla on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chowch1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Logrunners 3 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
(c) Jono Dashper, all rights reserved, uploaded by Jono Dashper
Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
3
Species in Family
182
iNat Observations
Spotted a Chowchilla?
Log your sighting on eBird or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier!