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Chestnut-crested Cotinga
Ampelion rufaxilla
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.2 cm
Weight
72.75 g
Family
Cotingidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.2 cm | 9.1 in |
| Weight | 72.75 g | 2.57 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cotingidae (Cotingas) |
| Genus | Ampelion |
| Species | Ampelion rufaxilla |
Distribution
Chestnut-crested Cotinga has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut-crested Cotinga endangered?
The Chestnut-crested Cotinga has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chestnut-crested Cotinga nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Chestnut-crested Cotinga?
The Chestnut-crested Cotinga has a wingspan of 23.2 cm, weight of 72.75 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut-crested Cotinga belong to?
The Chestnut-crested Cotinga (Ampelion rufaxilla) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cotingidae.
Similar Birds
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Banded Cotinga
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Least Concern
Bare-necked Fruitcrow
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Endangered
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Near Threatened