About the Elegant Pitta
The Elegant Pitta (Pitta elegans) is a species of bird in the Pittas family (Pittidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 46 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code elepit7 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Pittas (Pittidae) |
| Species | Pitta elegans |
| Species Codes | elepit7, ELPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Elegant Pitta belong to?
The Elegant Pitta (Pitta elegans) belongs to the Pittas family (Pittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Elegant Pitta?
The Elegant Pitta is a member of the Pittas family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Elegant Pitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Elegant Pitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code elepit7, or on iNaturalist.