Watkins's Antpitta
NameWatkins's Antpitta
Common NameWatkins's Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria watkinsi
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsFeatures a rufous crown and nape, olive-brown upperparts, and a pale face with a white throat. Its underparts are whitish, heavily streaked with brown, giving it a mottled appearance.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a series of clear, whistled notes, often accelerating and rising in pitch, described as 'whee-whee-whee-whee'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid montane forests of southwestern Ecuador and northwestern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesRufous crown and nape, Heavily streaked whitish underparts, Terrestrial behavior in dense undergrowth, Distinctive whistled call, Restricted geographic range in southwestern Ecuador and northwestern Peru
Description
Watkins's Antpitta is a medium-sized, terrestrial bird typically found foraging in the dense undergrowth of humid forests. It is known for its shy nature and distinctive vocalizations, often remaining hidden in the leaf litter.
