Rusty-naped Pitta
NameRusty-naped Pitta
Common NameRusty-naped Pitta
Scientific NameHydrornis oatesi
FamilyPittidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)22.5
Weight (g)115
Plumage DetailsFeatures a distinctive rusty-orange crown and nape, a dark eye-stripe, and olive-green upperparts including the back and wings. The throat and breast are buffy-brown, transitioning to a paler belly. It has long, pale legs and a relatively short tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a loud, clear, two-note whistle, often described as 'whee-whew' or 'phew-phew', with the second note slightly lower in pitch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including parts of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It primarily inhabits subtropical and tropical moist montane forests.
Identifying FeaturesRusty-orange crown and nape, Olive-green back and wings, Long, pale legs, Terrestrial foraging behavior, Distinctive two-note whistle call
Description
The Rusty-naped Pitta is a medium-sized, terrestrial bird known for its vibrant plumage and secretive nature. It forages on the forest floor, often flicking leaves to uncover invertebrates. This species is typically shy and more often heard than seen.
