Banda Sea Pitta
Banda Sea Pitta
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The Tanimbar Pitta is an eye-catching bird, endemic to the Tanimbar Islands of Indonesia. It features a dark head, bright green upperparts, and a vibrant red belly, making it a distinctive sight.
Where to spot
Lowland primary and secondary forests, dense bamboo thickets, and disturbed forest patches, exclusively on the Tanimbar Islands, Indonesia.
How to spot
Listen for its calls, which can help in locating this often-hidden bird. Patience is key when scanning the forest floor and lower vegetation. Local knowledge can be very helpful.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Best observed during the early morning and late afternoon. Vocalizations might increase during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Lowland primary and secondary forests, dense bamboo thickets, and disturbed forest patches, exclusively on the Tanimbar Islands, Indonesia.
How to spot
Listen for its calls, which can help in locating this often-hidden bird. Patience is key when scanning the forest floor and lower vegetation. Local knowledge can be very helpful.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Best observed during the early morning and late afternoon. Vocalizations might increase during the breeding season.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
As an island endemic with a restricted range, the Tanimbar Pitta is considered a species of conservation concern due to potential habitat loss and fragmentation.
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