About the Red-banded Fruiteater
The Red-banded Fruiteater (Pipreola whitelyi) 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 rebfru1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Pipreola whitelyi |
| Species Codes | rebfru1, RBFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-banded Fruiteater belong to?
The Red-banded Fruiteater (Pipreola whitelyi) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-banded Fruiteater?
The Red-banded Fruiteater 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 Red-banded Fruiteater sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-banded Fruiteater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rebfru1, or on iNaturalist.
