Blue-winged Pitta

Pitta vigorsii

The Blue-winged Pitta is a strikingly colored bird with a combination of blue, green, and black on its upperparts, and bright red, orange, and yellow on its underparts. It is known for its melodious call and is often found in dense tropical forests and wooded areas. This species is known for its distinctive courtship display, where the male performs a series of bowing movements to attract a mate. Blue-winged Pittas are primarily insectivorous and forage on the forest floor for insects, small reptiles, and amphibians. They are migratory birds, breeding in East Asia and wintering in Southeast Asia.

Habitat: Tropical forests and wooded areas