Chachapoyas Antpitta
NameChachapoyas Antpitta
Common NameChachapoyas Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria ochraceiventris
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)47
Plumage DetailsFeatures a rufous-brown crown and nape, olive-brown back and wings, and striking ochraceous (orange-yellow) underparts. It has a pale throat patch and a dark bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a series of clear, whistled notes, often described as a 'song' or 'hoot', typically consisting of 3-5 repeated 'whee' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to a restricted area in the Andes of northern Peru, primarily found in the departments of Amazonas and San Martín.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-brown head and nape, Ochraceous underparts, Plump, terrestrial body shape, Shy behavior, often hidden in undergrowth, Distinctive whistled call
Description
The Chachapoyas Antpitta is a medium-sized, plump, and terrestrial bird of humid montane forests. It is typically shy and difficult to observe, often foraging on the forest floor for invertebrates.
