Cotingidae Collection

Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), male displaying at lek in tree. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), two males perched in tree at lek in mid-altitude montane rainforest. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

RF - Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), male perched in tree at a lek. Mid-altitude montane rainforest, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

Guianan Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola), during courtship display, Guianan Shield, Suriname

Guianan cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola), two males fighting during lek, Guianan Shield, Suriname

Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus) perched on branch in rainforest, Sumaco National Park, Napo, Ecuador

Andean cock of the rock (Rupicola peruvianus) male perched on branch, Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador

Andean Cock-of-the-rock male (Rupicola peruvianus) at lek in cloud forest canopy. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru. November

Long-wattled umbrellabird (Cephalopterus penduliger) Buenaventura Reserve, Ecuador

Andean Cock of the rock (Rupicola peruviana) male during courtship, Andean Mountains, Merida, Venezuela

Andean Cock-of-the-Rock (Rupicola peruvianus) Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador

Andean cock of the rock (Rupicola peruviana) male in courtship ritual, Andean Mountains, Merida, Venezuela

Male Andean cock of the rock (Rupicola peruvianus) perched on branch, Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador

Bay-vented Cotinga (Doliornis sclateri), Bosque Unchog Reserve, Peru

Andean Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus) male, Madre de Dios, Peru

Bearded Bellbird (Procnias averano carnobarba) adult male, singing, perched on branch, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, March

Front view of a Fiery-Throated Fruiteater, perched on a branch, showing the head in profile

Side view of a Purple-Throated Fruitcrow, perched on a branch, with head almost forwards the camera and showing the distinctive, purple throat feathers

Pyroderus scutatus masoni, red-ruffed fruitcrow
Specimen of a red-ruffed fruitcrow (Pyroderus scutatus masoni), held at the Natural History Museum at Tring

Various Pyroderus scutatus subspecies in storage at the Natural History Museum at Tring

Rupicola rupicola, Guianan cock-of-the-rock
Plate 51 from Francois Le Vaillants Historie naturelle des oiseaux de Paradis et des rolliers, Vol.1, (1806)

Xipholena punicea, pompadour cotinga
Plate 341, hand coloured copperplate etching from George Edwards The Gleanings of Natural History, Vol. 3 (1764)

Rufous-tailed Plantcutter (Phytotoma rara) adult male, perched on spiny twig, El Chalten, Santa Cruz, Argentina, november

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The vibrant and captivating Cotingidae family is a sight to behold in the lush rainforests of South America. Among them, the Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus) stands out with its flamboyant plumage and mesmerizing courtship displays. In Manu, Peru, a male can be seen proudly displaying at a lek in a towering tree, showcasing his brilliant orange feathers against the backdrop of verdant foliage. Further north in the Guianan Shield, two males of this species perch gracefully on a tree branch during their enchanting courtship display. Their striking appearance and synchronized movements create an awe-inspiring spectacle that echoes through the dense rainforest. Sumaco National Park in Ecuador reveals another stunning scene as an Andean cock-of-the-rock rests majestically on a branch amidst the misty rainforest. Its vivid colors blend harmoniously with nature's palette, making it truly one with its surroundings. However, not all encounters are peaceful within this avian family. In the Guianan Shield, two male Guianan cock-of-the-rocks engage in fierce combat during their intense lekking competition. The clash of vibrant feathers serves as a reminder that even beauty has its battles. Moving higher up into mid-altitude montane rainforests, an Andean cock-of-the-rock takes center stage at yet another lekking site. His regal presence commands attention as he seeks to attract potential mates with his impressive display. In Mindo, Pichincha province of Ecuador lies another breathtaking moment - an Andean Cock-of-the-Rock perched delicately on a branch amidst cloud forest canopy. This elusive bird offers glimpses into its world high above ground level where only few have ventured before. While exploring Buenaventura Reserve in Ecuador's biodiversity hotspot region resides yet another remarkable member - the long-wattled umbrellabird (Cephalopterus penduliger).