About the Chestnut-capped Piha
The Chestnut-capped Piha (Lipaugus weberi) is a species of bird in the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chcpih1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Lipaugus weberi |
| Species Codes | chcpih1, CCPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-capped Piha belong to?
The Chestnut-capped Piha (Lipaugus weberi) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-capped Piha?
The Chestnut-capped Piha is a member of the Cotingas family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chestnut-capped Piha sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-capped Piha on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chcpih1, or on iNaturalist.