Urubamba Antpitta
NameUrubamba Antpitta
Common NameUrubamba Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria urubambae
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsThis species exhibits a largely uniform olive-brown plumage, slightly paler on the belly. It has a relatively large head, a short tail, and long, strong legs adapted for its terrestrial lifestyle.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a series of loud, clear, whistled notes, often described as a rapid, accelerating sequence of 'wheep' or 'peep' calls.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes of southeastern Peru, primarily found in the Urubamba mountain range and adjacent areas.
Identifying Featuresuniform olive-brown plumage, short tail, long legs, terrestrial habits, distinctive whistled call, secretive behavior
Description
The Urubamba Antpitta is a small, plump, terrestrial bird found in humid montane forests. It is known for its secretive nature, often foraging on the forest floor and being more easily detected by its distinctive vocalizations than by sight.
