About the Snowy Cotinga
The Snowy Cotinga (Carpodectes nitidus) 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 snocot1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Carpodectes nitidus |
| Species Codes | snocot1, SNCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Snowy Cotinga belong to?
The Snowy Cotinga (Carpodectes nitidus) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Snowy Cotinga?
The Snowy 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 Snowy Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Snowy Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code snocot1, or on iNaturalist.