Noisy Pitta
NameNoisy Pitta
Common NameNoisy Pitta
Scientific NamePitta versicolor
FamilyPittidae
Wingspan (cm)42
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)95
Plumage DetailsFeatures a bright green back and wings with a distinctive turquoise-blue patch on the wing. The head is black with a broad rufous-brown crown and nape. Underparts are buff to yellowish, with a black central belly and a bright red vent.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a loud, clear, and repetitive 'walk-to-work' or 'want-to-watch' whistle, often given from a hidden perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsrainforest, wet sclerophyll forest, dense scrub, suburban gardens
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to eastern Australia, ranging from northern Queensland south to northeastern New South Wales.
Identifying Featuresbright green back, turquoise-blue wing patch, black head with rufous crown, buff underparts with red vent, ground-dwelling behavior, distinctive loud call
Description
The Noisy Pitta is a medium-sized, brightly colored ground-dwelling bird, known for its striking plumage of green, black, and rufous. It typically forages on the forest floor, flicking leaf litter to find invertebrates.
