White-winged Cotinga
A species of White-winged Cotingas Scientific name : Xipholena atropurpurea Genus : White-winged Cotingas
White-winged Cotinga, A species of White-winged Cotingas
Botanical name: Xipholena atropurpurea
Genus: White-winged Cotingas
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Description
The white-winged cotinga (Xipholena atropurpurea) is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is endemic to Brazil. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
19 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
White-winged Cotinga primarily consumes fruits from various families, particularly favoring 4–12 mm diameter sizes, and also eats insects like caterpillars and orthopterans, with occasional flowers, buds, and stamens.
Habitat
The habitat of white-winged Cotinga primarily encompasses dense humid forests, as well as more open forest structures in the northern parts of its range. In drier regions, white-winged Cotinga is found in semi-deciduous forests and occasionally in scrubby, sandy coastal areas with low vegetation. It resides in environments ranging from the coastal plains to inland areas.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Cotingas Genus
White-winged Cotingas Species
White-winged Cotinga 
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