White-bellied Antpitta
NameWhite-bellied Antpitta
Common NameWhite-bellied Antpitta
Scientific NameGrallaria hypoleuca
FamilyGrallariidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)17.5
Weight (g)65
Plumage DetailsThis species has a rufous-brown crown, nape, and upperparts, contrasting sharply with a clean white throat and belly. The breast and flanks are greyish, and it possesses a dark eye, dark bill, and long, bluish-grey legs.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a series of loud, clear, whistled notes, often accelerating and rising in pitch, described as a 'whoop-whoop-whoop' or 'whee-whee-whee' song.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid montane forests of the Andes in Colombia and Ecuador.
Identifying FeaturesRufous-brown upperparts, White throat and belly, Greyish breast and flanks, Long bluish-grey legs, Plump body with short tail
Description
The White-bellied Antpitta is a plump, medium-sized bird with long legs and a short tail, typically found foraging on the forest floor. It is known for its shy nature and loud, far-carrying vocalizations that echo through its humid montane forest habitat.
