About the Amazonian Umbrellabird
The Amazonian umbrellabird is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae native to the Amazon basin with a separate population on the eastern slopes of the Andes. The male bird is entirely black, with a black crest and inflatable wattle on the throat, and at 48 to 55 cm, may be the largest passerine bird in South America. The female is slightly smaller. Both have an undulating flight, described as woodpecker-like, and the male has a loud, booming call.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Cephalopterus ornatus |
| Species Codes | amaumb1, AMUM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Amazonian Umbrellabird belong to?
The Amazonian Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus ornatus) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Amazonian Umbrellabird?
The Amazonian umbrellabird is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae native to the Amazon basin with a separate population on the eastern slopes of the Andes. The male bird is entirely black, with a black crest and inflatable wattle on the throat, and at 48 to 55 cm, may be the largest passerine...
Where can I report a Amazonian Umbrellabird sighting?
You can log sightings of Amazonian Umbrellabird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code amaumb1, or on iNaturalist.
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