Black-crowned Pitta
Erythropitta ussheri
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Pittidae
About
The black-crowned pitta, also known as the black-headed pitta, black-and-crimson pitta, black-and-scarlet pitta or black-crowned garnet pitta, is a brightly coloured, ground-dwelling, bird species in the pitta family Pittidae. It is endemic to the Southeast Asian island of Borneo.
Fun Fact
Gould used the binomial name Pitta ussheri with the specific epithet chosen to honour Ussher who had supplied the specimens.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Diet includes spiders, ants, cockroaches, beetles and snails.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance