About the Ross's Turaco
The Ross's Turaco (Tauraco rossae) is a species of bird in the Turacos family (Musophagidae), within the order Musophagiformes. This family contains 23 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rostur1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Musophagiformes |
| Family | Turacos (Musophagidae) |
| Species | Tauraco rossae |
| Species Codes | rostur1, ROTU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ross's Turaco belong to?
The Ross's Turaco (Tauraco rossae) belongs to the Turacos family (Musophagidae), in the order Musophagiformes.
How can I identify the Ross's Turaco?
The Ross's Turaco is a member of the Turacos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ross's Turaco sighting?
You can log sightings of Ross's Turaco on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rostur1, or on iNaturalist.