About the Black-and-gold Cotinga
The Black-and-gold Cotinga (Lipaugus ater) 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 bagcot1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Lipaugus ater |
| Species Codes | bagcot1, BAGC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-and-gold Cotinga belong to?
The Black-and-gold Cotinga (Lipaugus ater) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-and-gold Cotinga?
The Black-and-gold 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 Black-and-gold Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-and-gold Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bagcot1, or on iNaturalist.