Noisy Pitta
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NameNoisy Pitta
Common NameNoisy Pitta
Scientific NamePitta versicolor
FamilyPittidae
Wingspan (cm)42
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)95
Plumage DetailsFeatures a black head with a chestnut crown and nape, a white throat, and a broad black band across the chest. The back and wings are emerald green, with a bright blue patch on the wing, and the belly is crimson red.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a loud, clear, two-note whistle, often described as 'walk-to-work' or 'want-to-eat,' repeated several times. It also has a variety of other chirps and trills.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatssubtropical rainforest, tropical rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to eastern Australia, ranging from southeastern Queensland through eastern New South Wales to northeastern Victoria.
Identifying Featuresbright green back, crimson red belly, black head with chestnut crown, white throat with black chest band, loud two-note whistle call, ground-dwelling behavior
Description
The Noisy Pitta is a medium-sized, brightly colored, ground-dwelling bird found in rainforests. It is known for its striking plumage and loud, distinctive calls, often foraging among leaf litter for invertebrates.
