Garnet Pitta
NameGarnet Pitta
Common NameGarnet Pitta
Scientific NameErythropitta granatina
FamilyPittidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsMales have a black head with a striking crimson-red crown. The upperparts are dark purplish-blue, contrasting with bright iridescent blue on the wing coverts. The underparts are a deep crimson-red.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a soft, mournful, two-note whistle, often transcribed as 'ta-wau' or 'piew-wew'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, specifically on the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and some smaller adjacent islands.
Identifying Featurescrimson-red crown, dark purplish-blue upperparts, iridescent blue wing patch, deep crimson-red underparts, stocky build, long legs
Description
A small, stocky, ground-dwelling bird known for its vibrant plumage. It typically forages on the forest floor, flicking leaf litter to uncover insects and other invertebrates.
