Black-crowned Antpitta
NameBlack-crowned Antpitta
Common NameBlack-crowned Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaricula nana
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)17.5
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)16.5
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent black crown, rufous-brown upperparts, and a rufous face with fine white streaking. The throat is white with black spots, transitioning to striking black and white barring across the breast and belly.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a series of high-pitched, accelerating whistled notes, often described as a rapid trill or 'pee-pee-pee' calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the humid montane forests of the Andes, ranging from Colombia and Venezuela south through Ecuador to northern Peru.
Identifying Featuresblack crown, rufous upperparts, bold black and white barred underparts, small size, terrestrial behavior
Description
This small, plump antpitta is a shy, terrestrial bird of montane forests. It forages primarily on the forest floor, characterized by its distinctive black crown and boldly barred underparts.
