Green-breasted Pitta

Pitta reichenowi

The Green-breasted Pitta, scientifically known as Pitta reichenowi, is a striking bird species found in the rainforests of West Africa. It is known for its vibrant green and blue plumage, with a distinctive red belly and black head. This medium-sized bird is renowned for its melodious and far-carrying call, often heard in the early morning and late afternoon. The Green-breasted Pitta is a ground-dwelling species, foraging for insects and small invertebrates amidst the dense undergrowth of its forest habitat. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, this species faces threats to its population, and its conservation status is currently listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN.

Habitat: Rainforests of West Africa