About the Yellow-billed Chough
The Yellow-billed Chough (Pyrrhocorax graculus) 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 yebcho1 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 | Pyrrhocorax graculus |
| Species Codes | yebcho1, ALCH, YBCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-billed Chough belong to?
The Yellow-billed Chough (Pyrrhocorax graculus) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-billed Chough?
The Yellow-billed Chough 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 Yellow-billed Chough sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-billed Chough on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebcho1, or on iNaturalist.