About the Azure-breasted Pitta
The azure-breasted pitta is a species of bird in the family Pittidae. It is a striking and colorful bird having colors of red, azure, green, black and white, It is endemic to the islands of Mindanao, Bohol, Leyte and Samar in the Philippines. Along with the Whiskered pitta, it is one of two endemic pittas in the country. Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Pittas (Pittidae) |
| Species | Pitta steerii |
| Species Codes | azbpit1, ABPI |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Azure-breasted Pitta belong to?
The Azure-breasted Pitta (Pitta steerii) belongs to the Pittas family (Pittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Azure-breasted Pitta?
The Azure-breasted Pitta is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Azure-breasted Pitta?
The azure-breasted pitta is a species of bird in the family Pittidae. It is a striking and colorful bird having colors of red, azure, green, black and white, It is endemic to the islands of Mindanao, Bohol, Leyte and Samar in the Philippines. Along with the Whiskered pitta, it is one of two endemic ...
Where can I report a Azure-breasted Pitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Azure-breasted Pitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code azbpit1, or on iNaturalist.
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