Undulated Antpitta
NameUndulated Antpitta
Common NameUndulated Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria squamigera
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)90
Plumage DetailsThis species has a dark slate-grey to blackish crown and nape, with dark blue-grey upperparts. Its underparts are buffy or rufous, heavily marked with blackish scaling or 'undulations' that give a distinctive scaly appearance. It possesses a pale throat patch and a dark bill.
Vocalization / CallThe vocalization is typically a series of deep, mournful hooting notes, often described as a slow 'hoo-hoo-hoo...' that may ascend slightly in pitch. It can also give a rapid, churring alarm call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes Mountains of South America, ranging from Colombia south through Ecuador and Peru, and into Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesUpright posture, Long legs, Dark blue-grey upperparts, Scaly/undulated pattern on buffy underparts, Shy, ground-dwelling behavior, Deep hooting call
Description
The Undulated Antpitta is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird known for its upright posture and long legs. It inhabits the undergrowth of humid montane forests, where it forages for invertebrates.
