Western Hooded Pitta

Pitta sordida

Family: Pittas · Status: Uncommon migrant · Size: 16.5–19 cm · Conservation: Not Evaluated

Range

Occurs from the northern Indian subcontinent to southern China and Southeast Asia; northern populations winter south to Indochina, the Thai-Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Java.

Identification

Adult has black head with dark brown crown, green body, and red vent. Juvenile has brownish overall plumage and whitish throat.

Habitat

Parks, gardens, forests, and wooded areas.