Equatorial Antpitta
NameEquatorial Antpitta
Common NameEquatorial Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria equatorialis
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)17.5
Weight (g)65
Plumage DetailsThis species has a largely uniform rufous-brown plumage. The head, back, and upperparts are a rich rufous-brown, while the underparts are slightly paler rufous, sometimes with faint scaling on the breast. It has a small, dark eye and a dark, stout bill, complemented by long, grayish-pink legs.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a distinctive series of clear, whistled notes, often accelerating and rising in pitch, typically described as 'whee-whee-WHEE-WHEE-WHEE-WHEE-whee-whee'. It also produces various shorter calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes of Ecuador, primarily inhabiting humid montane cloud forests on both the eastern and western slopes of the Andes.
Identifying FeaturesUniform rufous-brown plumage, Stocky body with long, grayish-pink legs, Terrestrial behavior, often seen hopping on the forest floor, Distinctive whistled song, Found in montane cloud forests of Ecuador
Description
The Equatorial Antpitta is a medium-sized, terrestrial bird characterized by its stocky body, long legs, and short tail. It typically forages on the forest floor, often hopping rather than flying, and is known for its shy and elusive nature.
