Purple-throated Cotinga

The Purple-throated Cotinga, Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema, is a species of bird in the Cotingidae family. It is monotypic within the genus Porphyrolaema. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical swamps and heavily degraded former forest.

The Purple-throated Cotinga is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The Purple-throated Cotinga, Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema, is a species of bird in the Cotingidae family. It is monotypic within the genus Porphyrolaema. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical swamps and heavily degraded former forest. References - * BirdLife International 2004. Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 26 July 2007. More

The Purple-throated Cotinga (Porphyrolaema porphyrolaema) is found in subtropical or tropical swamps and heavily degraded former forests in South America, specifically Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. - Photo, Video and/or Article contributions are welcome! Please click here for info The Avianweb strives to maintain accurate and up-to-date information; however, mistakes do happen. If you would like to correct or update any of the information, please send us an e-mail. More