About the Northern Nutcracker
The Northern Nutcracker (Nucifraga caryocatactes) is a species of bird in the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 136 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code eurnut3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Crows, Jays, and Magpies (Corvidae) |
| Species | Nucifraga caryocatactes |
| Species Codes | eurnut3, NONU, SPNU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Nutcracker belong to?
The Northern Nutcracker (Nucifraga caryocatactes) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Northern Nutcracker?
The Northern Nutcracker is a member of the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Northern Nutcracker sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Nutcracker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurnut3, or on iNaturalist.