About the White-winged Cotinga
The White-winged Cotinga (Xipholena atropurpurea) 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 whwcot1 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 atropurpurea |
| Species Codes | whwcot1, WWCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-winged Cotinga belong to?
The White-winged Cotinga (Xipholena atropurpurea) belongs to the Cotingas family (Cotingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-winged Cotinga?
The White-winged 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 White-winged Cotinga sighting?
You can log sightings of White-winged Cotinga on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whwcot1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cotingas 65 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
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