Black-crowned Pittasoma
Pittasoma michleri
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The Black-crowned Pittasoma is a plump, boldly patterned bird of humid lowland forests in Panama and northwestern Colombia, resembling a pitta but related to antbirds, with a black crown, rufous face, and boldly spotted underparts. It inhabits the forest floor and lower undergrowth of humid tropical forests. It feeds on insects and other invertebrates, often following army ant swarms.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.0 cm | 7.9 in |
| Weight | 106.0 g | 3.74 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Conopophagidae |
| Genus | Pittasoma |
| Species | Pittasoma michleri |
Distribution
Black-crowned Pittasoma has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Conopophagidae family