About the Purple-throated Cotinga
The Purple-throated Cotinga (Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema) 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 putcot1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema |
| Species Codes | putcot1, PTCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-throated Cotinga belong to?
The Purple-throated Cotinga (Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Purple-throated Cotinga?
The Purple-throated Cotinga 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 Purple-throated Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-throated Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code putcot1, or on iNaturalist.