White-winged Cotinga
White-winged Cotinga
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A highly endangered cotinga species endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The male is glossy black with striking white primary flight feathers.
Where to spot
Humid lowland Atlantic Forest fragments in eastern Brazil, particularly in Bahia and Espírito Santo.
How to spot
Requires dedicated searching within its fragmented habitat. Look for the male's glossy black plumage with prominent white wings. They are often quiet and can be difficult to spot.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings when feeding on fruits.
Where to spot
Humid lowland Atlantic Forest fragments in eastern Brazil, particularly in Bahia and Espírito Santo.
How to spot
Requires dedicated searching within its fragmented habitat. Look for the male's glossy black plumage with prominent white wings. They are often quiet and can be difficult to spot.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during early mornings when feeding on fruits.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This cotinga is one of Brazil's most iconic and threatened birds, a symbol of the urgent need for conservation in the Atlantic Forest.
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