1. plural of cotinga; a family of colorful tropical birds found in Central and South America, known for their vibrant plumage and distinctive calls.
Usage: ornithology; plural form

Examples

• The rainforest was alive with the calls of cotingas perched high in the canopy.
• Birdwatchers traveled to Brazil hoping to spot several species of cotingas.
• The brilliant blue cotingas are among the most striking birds in the Amazon.
• Many cotingas display extreme sexual dimorphism, with males far more colorful than females.
• The family Cotingidae includes over 60 species of cotingas distributed across tropical regions.