About the Scaled Fruiteater
The scaled fruiteater is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is the only member of the genus Ampelioides. This bird is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, where its natural habitat is the high elevation tropical forests of the Andes mountains. The scaled fruiteater is a chunky, short-tailed, flat-headed bird measuring 19–20 cm (7.5–7.9 in) in length. It uses its green scaled feather pattern to blend in with the dense vegetation of the South American rainforest.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cotingas (Cotingidae) |
| Species | Ampelioides tschudii |
| Species Codes | scafru1, SCFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scaled Fruiteater belong to?
The Scaled Fruiteater (Ampelioides tschudii) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Scaled Fruiteater?
The scaled fruiteater is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is the only member of the genus Ampelioides. This bird is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, where its natural habitat is the high elevation tropical forests of the Andes mountains. The scaled fruiteater i...
Where can I report a Scaled Fruiteater sighting?
You can log sightings of Scaled Fruiteater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scafru1, or on iNaturalist.
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