Turquoise Cotinga
A species of Blue Cotingas Scientific name : Cotinga ridgwayi Genus : Blue Cotingas
Turquoise Cotinga, A species of Blue Cotingas
Botanical name: Cotinga ridgwayi
Genus: Blue Cotingas
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Description
Photo By Don Roberson 
Description
The turquoise cotinga or Ridgway's cotinga (Cotinga ridgwayi) is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is found in Costa Rica and western Panama. Its natural habitats are tropical moist forests and plantations from the lowlands into lower mountain regions. It is threatened by deforestation. 
Size
19 cm
Feeding Habits
Turquoise Cotinga, primarily frugivorous, consumes a variety of fruits. This bird forages in the canopy, plucking food directly from the branches. It has a preference for certain fruits, displaying particular feeding times and methods unique to its species.
Habitat
Turquoise Cotinga primarily inhabits the canopy of humid lowland and montane forests, as well as second-growth woodlands within tropical regions. It is typically found at elevations up to 1850 meters, but in certain areas like Panama, it tends to reside below 900 meters. These habitats are characterized by dense foliage and high biodiversity, offering turquoise Cotinga ample food resources and shelter.
Dite type
Frugivorous
Photo By Don Roberson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cotingas Genus
Blue Cotingas Species
Turquoise Cotinga 
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