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Indian Pitta
Pitta brachyura
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.0 cm
Weight
56.3 g
Family
Pittidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Indian Pitta (Pitta brachyura) is a bird species in the family Pittidae (pittas), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21 cm and a weight of 56.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.0 cm | 8.3 in |
| Weight | 56.3 g | 1.99 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 17 days. Fledging: 15 days.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pittidae (Pittas) |
| Genus | Pitta |
| Species | Pitta brachyura |
Distribution
Indian Pitta has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Indian Pitta endangered?
The Indian Pitta has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Indian Pitta nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 17 days. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the Indian Pitta?
The Indian Pitta has a wingspan of 21.0 cm, weight of 56.3 g.
What order and family does the Indian Pitta belong to?
The Indian Pitta (Pitta brachyura) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pittidae.
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