Bay Antpitta
NameBay Antpitta
Common NameBay Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria alleni
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)17.5
Weight (g)65
Plumage DetailsRich rufous-chestnut on the upperparts, head sides, and breast, contrasting with a dark brown to blackish crown. The belly is whitish, often with a rufous wash on the flanks. It has greyish legs and a dark bill.
Vocalization / CallA distinctive song consisting of a series of clear, whistled notes that often accelerate and rise slightly in pitch, sometimes described as 'whee-whee-whee-whee-whee'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Western and Central Andes of Colombia and northern Ecuador, typically found at elevations between 1,200 and 2,300 meters.
Identifying FeaturesRich rufous-chestnut plumage, Dark crown, Pale belly, Terrestrial habits, Distinctive whistled song, Shy and elusive nature
Description
The Bay Antpitta is a shy, medium-sized terrestrial bird of humid montane forests. It is characterized by its rich rufous-chestnut plumage and a contrasting dark crown, often seen foraging in dense undergrowth.
