About the Horned Screamer
The Horned Screamer (Anhima cornuta) is a species of bird in the Screamers family (Anhimidae), within the order Anseriformes. This family contains 3 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code horscr1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Screamers (Anhimidae) |
| Species | Anhima cornuta |
| Species Codes | horscr1, HOSC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Horned Screamer belong to?
The Horned Screamer (Anhima cornuta) belongs to the Screamers family (Anhimidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Horned Screamer?
The Horned Screamer is a member of the Screamers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Horned Screamer sighting?
You can log sightings of Horned Screamer on eBird (ebird.org) using species code horscr1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Screamers 3 species
More Birds in Order Anseriformes
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Quick Stats
Anseriformes
Order
3
Species in Family
1,727
iNat Observations
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