About the Spangled Cotinga
The Spangled Cotinga (Cotinga cayana) 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 spacot1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Cotinga cayana |
| Species Codes | spacot1, SPCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spangled Cotinga belong to?
The Spangled Cotinga (Cotinga cayana) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Spangled Cotinga?
The Spangled 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 Spangled Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Spangled Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spacot1, or on iNaturalist.