Scarlet-breasted Fruiteater

Pipreola frontalis · Species of bird
Family
Order
Passeriformes
Codes
scbfru1, SBBF, SBFR

About the Scarlet-breasted Fruiteater

The scarlet-breasted fruiteater is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is found in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru where its natural habitat is subtropical and tropical moist montane forests. Two subspecies are recognised though some researchers consider these should be regarded as distinct species. It is a plump green bird with a black head, the males having red throats and the females yellow. It is a relatively common species with a wide range, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being "least concern".

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPasseriformes
FamilyCotingas (Cotingidae)
SpeciesPipreola frontalis
Species Codesscbfru1, SBBF, SBFR

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Scarlet-breasted Fruiteater belong to?

The Scarlet-breasted Fruiteater (Pipreola frontalis) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.

How can I identify the Scarlet-breasted Fruiteater?

The scarlet-breasted fruiteater is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is found in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru where its natural habitat is subtropical and tropical moist montane forests. Two subspecies are recognised though some researchers consider these should be regarded as distinct sp...

Where can I report a Scarlet-breasted Fruiteater sighting?

You can log sightings of Scarlet-breasted Fruiteater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scbfru1, or on iNaturalist.