Nicobar Hooded Pitta vs Black-faced Pitta
Pitta abbotti compared with Pitta anerythra
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Nicobar Hooded Pitta | Black-faced Pitta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pitta abbotti | Pitta anerythra |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Pittidae | Pittidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 20.0 cm (7.9 in) |
| Weight | — | 86.0 g (3.03 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Nicobar Hooded Pitta
Near Threatened
Black-faced Pitta
About These Birds
Black-faced Pitta
The Black-faced Pitta is a near-threatened, secretive pitta with brilliantly colored plumage including green, blue, and red tones, set off by a black face and crown. It is endemic to the Solomon Islands, inhabiting the floor of primary rainforest on the larger islands. It forages quietly on the forest floor for earthworms, snails, insects, and berries.