About the Curl-crested Aracari
The Curl-crested Aracari (Pteroglossus beauharnaisii) is a species of bird in the Toucans family (Ramphastidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 37 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code cucara1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Toucans (Ramphastidae) |
| Species | Pteroglossus beauharnaisii |
| Species Codes | cucara1, CCAR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Curl-crested Aracari belong to?
The Curl-crested Aracari (Pteroglossus beauharnaisii) belongs to the Toucans family (Ramphastidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Curl-crested Aracari?
The Curl-crested Aracari is a member of the Toucans family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Curl-crested Aracari sighting?
You can log sightings of Curl-crested Aracari on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cucara1, or on iNaturalist.