Scientific name Zaratornis stresemanni Higher classification Zaratornis Order Passerine | Family Cotingidae Phylum Chordata Rank Species | |
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Genus ZaratornisKoepcke, 1954 Similar Bay‑vented cotinga, Masked fruiteater, Band‑tailed fruiteater, Scarlet‑breasted fruiteater, Scimitar‑winged piha | ||
The white-cheeked cotinga (Zaratornis stresemanni) is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is monotypic within the genus Zaratornis. It is endemic to the Andes in west-central Peru. It mainly occurs at altitudes 3,250-4,250 m.a.s.l. in woodlands dominated by Polylepis and Gynoxys. It primarily feeds on mistletoe berries. It is threatened by habitat destruction and consequently considered vulnerable by BirdLife International and IUCN.
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