Brown-banded Antpitta
NameBrown-banded Antpitta
Common NameBrown-banded Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria milleri
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)23
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsThis antpitta has dark brown upperparts and rufous-brown underparts. Its most distinctive feature is a broad, dark brown band across the breast, contrasting with a paler, often streaked, whitish or buff throat. The legs are long and pale.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, whistled notes that slowly ascend in pitch, often described as a 'whee-whee-whee-whee-whee'. It also produces various chirps and trills.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Central Andes of Colombia, primarily found in the departments of Antioquia, Caldas, and Risaralda.
Identifying FeaturesSmall, plump, terrestrial bird, Dark brown upperparts, Rufous-brown underparts with a prominent dark brown breast band, Pale throat, Long, pale legs, Secretive behavior, often heard but rarely seen
Description
The Brown-banded Antpitta is a small, secretive terrestrial bird found in humid montane forests. It typically forages on the forest floor, hopping quietly among the leaf litter in search of invertebrates.
