About the Horned Guan
The horned guan (Oreophasis derbianus) 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
Classification
- Scientific name
- Oreophasis derbianus
- Family
- Guans, Chachalacas, and Curassows
- Order
- Galliformes
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