About the Pompadour Cotinga
The Pompadour Cotinga (Xipholena punicea) 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 pomcot1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Xipholena punicea |
| Species Codes | pomcot1, POCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pompadour Cotinga belong to?
The Pompadour Cotinga (Xipholena punicea) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pompadour Cotinga?
The Pompadour 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 Pompadour Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Pompadour Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pomcot1, or on iNaturalist.