Helmeted Curassow

Chachalacas, Curassows, Guans 👁 551 views Updated 2026-11-01

Helmeted Curassow (<em>Pauxi pauxi</em>) is a species of Chachalacas, Curassows, Guans (<em>Cracidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Helmeted Curassow (Pauxi pauxi) is a species of Chachalacas, Curassows, Guans (Cracidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Pauxi; binomial: Pauxi pauxi; authority: (Linnaeus, 1766).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Simpler SACC name Helmeted Curassow accords with split of Sira Curassow.

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