Malayan Banded Pitta (Hydrornis irena) — Near Threatened Aves

Malayan Banded Pitta

Hydrornis irena

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Passeriformes · Pittidae

About

The Malayan banded pitta is a species of bird in the family Pittidae. Other common names include the blue-tailed pitta, the Irene's pitta, the banded pitta and the Van den Bosch's pitta. It is found in Thailand, the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. It was formerly considered conspecific with the Bornean and Javan banded pittas, together they were referred to as the banded pitta, but now they are considered to be separate species.

Fun Fact

It typically inhabits primary lowland evergreen forests, including swamp forests, but can occur at altitudes of up to 1,500 m (5,000 ft).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in secondary forest, but may not persist well in this environment.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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