About the Banded Cotinga
The Banded Cotinga (Cotinga maculata) 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 bancot1 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 maculata |
| Species Codes | bancot1, BACO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Banded Cotinga belong to?
The Banded Cotinga (Cotinga maculata) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Banded Cotinga?
The Banded 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 Banded Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Banded Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bancot1, or on iNaturalist.