Bolivian Antpitta
NameBolivian Antpitta
Common NameBolivian Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria erythrotis
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)27
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)75
Plumage DetailsThis antpitta has a uniformly rufous-brown head and upperparts, with slightly paler, more rufous-ochre underparts. A prominent pale (whitish to buffy) eye-ring contrasts with its dark eye, and its throat is typically rufous.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a distinctive, often loud, series of rapid, whistled notes, typically ascending or descending in pitch, sometimes described as 'whip-like'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the eastern Andes of Bolivia, primarily found in the departments of La Paz, Cochabamba, and Santa Cruz.
Identifying Featuresplump, terrestrial body shape, uniform rufous-brown plumage, distinctive pale eye-ring, short tail, long legs, loud, whistled call
Description
The Bolivian Antpitta is a medium-sized, plump, and terrestrial bird found in humid montane forests. It is typically shy and forages on the forest floor, often detected by its distinctive vocalizations rather than sight.
