Blue-backed Cotinga
Blue-backed Cotinga
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A beautiful cotinga species found in the humid lowland forests of northwestern South America. The male is a vivid iridescent blue on its upperparts with a contrasting purple throat and belly.
Where to spot
Humid lowland and foothill rainforests in Colombia, western Venezuela, and eastern Panama.
How to spot
Look in the canopy and upper mid-story of tall forest trees. The male's brilliant blue back and purple underparts are key identification features. They are generally silent.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings when actively feeding on fruits.
Where to spot
Humid lowland and foothill rainforests in Colombia, western Venezuela, and eastern Panama.
How to spot
Look in the canopy and upper mid-story of tall forest trees. The male's brilliant blue back and purple underparts are key identification features. They are generally silent.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings when actively feeding on fruits.
Like many cotingas, this species is frugivorous, playing a vital role in dispersing seeds of rainforest trees.
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