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South America
Java Cotinga
Rupicola maculata
About this species
A characteristic species of the Cotingidae family, the Java Cotinga occupies wetland regions throughout South America. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.
The Java Cotinga is part of the order Passeriformes and the Cotingidae family. Its preferred habitat is wetland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Cotingidae family and Passeriformes order.