Pompadour Cotinga

Pompadour Cotinga are often found in canopy and near forest edges where they feed on fruit only, preferring figs. The male of the species has a purplish/burgundy plumage with bright white wings.

A male Pompadour Cotinga (Xipholena punicea) photographed at Rockstone, Region 10. (Photo by Kester Clarke / www.kesterclarke.net)
A male Pompadour Cotinga (Xipholena punicea) photographed at Rockstone, Region 10. (Photo by Kester Clarke / www.kesterclarke.net)