African Pitta
Pitta angolensis
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Least Concern
Envergure
20,6 cm
Poids
85,03333333333333 g
Famille
Pittidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
À propos
The African Pitta is a vividly coloured forest bird weighing about 85 g with a wingspan of roughly 21 cm. It inhabits dense undergrowth in African forests and thickets, foraging on the ground for insects and invertebrates in its secretive, low-profile style.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 20,6 cm | 8.1 in |
| Poids | 85,03333333333333 g | 3.00 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM.
Taille de la couvée
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Pittidae (Pittas) |
| Genus | Pitta |
| Espèces | Pitta angolensis |
Distribution
African Pitta has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the African Pitta endangered?
The African Pitta has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Pitta nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the African Pitta?
The African Pitta has a wingspan of 20.6 cm, weight of 85.03333333333333 g.
What order and family does the African Pitta belong to?
The African Pitta (Pitta angolensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pittidae.
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