Tanzanian Illadopsis
Illadopsis distans
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Ground Babblers and Allies (Pellorneidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The Tanzanian illadopsis (Illadopsis distans) is a species of bird in the family Pellorneidae. It is found in Kenya and Tanzania. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the pale-breasted illadopsis (Illadopsis rufipennis). Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.
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Range and habitat
Southern Kenya to northeastern Tanzania, eastern Tanzania (Pugu Hills), and Zanzibar.
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Tanzanian illadopsis
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
