Azure-breasted Pitta vs Noisy Pitta
Pitta steerii compared with Pitta versicolor
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Azure-breasted Pitta | Noisy Pitta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pitta steerii | Pitta versicolor |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Pittidae | Pittidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.9 cm (9.0 in) | 24.3 cm (9.6 in) |
| Weight | 91.75 g (3.24 oz) | 96.66666666666667 g (3.41 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Azure-breasted Pitta
Least Concern
Noisy Pitta
About These Birds
Azure-breasted Pitta
The Azure-breasted Pitta is a Vulnerable passerine endemic to the Philippines, weighing about 91.75g with a wingspan of 22.9cm. It inhabits the floor and understory of lowland and foothill forests, and is recognized by its brilliant azure-blue breast. Ongoing deforestation across its island range poses a serious threat to this species.