About the Masked Fruiteater
The masked fruiteater is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae endemic to Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests on the eastern flanks of the Andes. Considering the bird's population size and its wide range, this species is classified by the IUCN as being of least concern.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Pipreola pulchra |
| Species Codes | masfru1, MAFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Masked Fruiteater belong to?
The Masked Fruiteater (Pipreola pulchra) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Masked Fruiteater?
The masked fruiteater is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae endemic to Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests on the eastern flanks of the Andes. Considering the bird's population size and its wide range, this species is classified by the IUCN as being of ...
Where can I report a Masked Fruiteater sighting?
You can log sightings of Masked Fruiteater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code masfru1, or on iNaturalist.
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