Philippine Pitta
Erythropitta erythrogaster
NENot Evaluated Endemic to Philippines
- Family
- Pittas (Pittidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The Philippine pitta (Erythropitta erythrogaster) or blue-breasted pitta, is a species of bird in the family Pittidae. It is a striking and colorful with a red belly, black throat, a brown head, a blue chest, rump and tail. It is found in Indonesia and the Philippines. Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland forest.
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Range and habitat
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Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Philippine pitta
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
