Black-necked Red Cotinga
A species of Red-cotingas Scientific name : Phoenicircus nigricollis Genus : Red-cotingas
Black-necked Red Cotinga, A species of Red-cotingas
Botanical name: Phoenicircus nigricollis
Genus: Red-cotingas
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Description
The black-necked red cotinga (Phoenicircus nigricollis) is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae, the cotingas. It is found in the western Amazon Basin of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru; also the very southern border region of Venezuela with Amazonas state. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. This is a distinctive red bird with black wings and a narrow black band across the tip of its tail. 
Size
22 - 24 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Black-necked Red Cotinga primarily feeds on fruit, especially from the Trichilia genus, with occasional arachnids. Known for foraging in the forest canopy.
Habitat
The black-necked Red Cotinga predominantly inhabits the dense understory of humid lowland tropical rainforests. These forests are characterized by high humidity and significant rainfall, supporting a rich biodiversity and complex vegetation structure. Black-necked Red Cotinga thrives in these environments, where it blends into the lush greenery and abundant plant life.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cotingas Genus
Red-cotingas Species
Black-necked Red Cotinga 
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