About the Turquoise Cotinga
The Turquoise Cotinga (Cotinga ridgwayi) 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 turcot1 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 ridgwayi |
| Species Codes | turcot1, TUCO |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Turquoise Cotinga belong to?
The Turquoise Cotinga (Cotinga ridgwayi) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Turquoise Cotinga?
The Turquoise Cotinga is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Turquoise Cotinga?
The Turquoise 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 Turquoise Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of Turquoise Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code turcot1, or on iNaturalist.
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