Chestnut-bellied Cotinga
VU

Chestnut-bellied Cotinga

Doliornis remseni

Unknown

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Overview

The chestnut-bellied cotinga is a species of bird in the family Cotingidae. It is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

The Chestnut-bellied Cotinga faces significant threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation, mining activities, and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Peruvian Andes. Its restricted distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human encroachment.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits humid montane cloud forests and forest edges in the eastern Andes of Peru, typically at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. Prefers dense, moss-covered forests with abundant epiphytes and maintains territories in both primary and well-developed secondary forest habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chestnut-bellied Cotinga classified as Vulnerable?
Chestnut-bellied Cotinga is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Chestnut-bellied Cotinga faces significant threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation, mining activities, and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Peruvian Andes. Its restricted distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human encroachment.
Where does Chestnut-bellied Cotinga live?
Chestnut-bellied Cotinga occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Chestnut-bellied Cotinga?
The main threats to Chestnut-bellied Cotinga are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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