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Horned Guan (Oreophasis derbianus)

Horned Guan (Oreophasis derbianus)
Horned Guan (Oreophasis derbianus)

About Horned Guan (Oreophasis derbianus)

  • Kingdom: Animals
  • Phylum: Chordates
  • Class: Birds
  • Order: Turkey-like birds
  • Family: Chachalacas, Guans, and Curassows

The horned guan is an endangered species in an ancient group of birds of the family Cracidae, which are related to the Australasian megapodes or mound builders (Megapodiidae). It is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and possibly Honduras.

Source: Wikipedia

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  • 2009-02-03

    Los Tarrales, Guatemala
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