About the Band-tailed Fruiteater
The Band-tailed Fruiteater (Pipreola intermedia) 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 batfru1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Pipreola intermedia |
| Species Codes | batfru1, BTFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Band-tailed Fruiteater belong to?
The Band-tailed Fruiteater (Pipreola intermedia) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Band-tailed Fruiteater?
The Band-tailed Fruiteater 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 Band-tailed Fruiteater sighting?
You can log sightings of Band-tailed Fruiteater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code batfru1, or on iNaturalist.