About the Chucao Tapaculo
The chucao tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is found in central Chile and adjacent Argentina; it has also been recorded in Chile's Magallanes Province.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scelorchilus rubecula |
| Species Codes | chutap1, CHTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chucao Tapaculo belong to?
The Chucao Tapaculo (Scelorchilus rubecula) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chucao Tapaculo?
The chucao tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is found in central Chile and adjacent Argentina; it has also been recorded in Chile's Magallanes Province....
Where can I report a Chucao Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Chucao Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chutap1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
926
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