About the Red-crested Cotinga
The red-crested cotinga is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Ampelion rubrocristatus |
| Species Codes | reccot1, RCCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-crested Cotinga belong to?
The Red-crested Cotinga (Ampelion rubrocristatus) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-crested Cotinga?
The red-crested cotinga is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Red-crested Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-crested Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reccot1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
927
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