Variegated Antpitta

Willisornis poecilinotus

The Variegated Antpitta is a small, secretive bird found in the Andes of South America. It has a distinctive mottled brown and black plumage, with a speckled appearance that provides excellent camouflage on the forest floor. This species is known for its distinctive, resonant song that echoes through the dense undergrowth. Variegated Antpittas are typically found in montane cloud forests and dense undergrowth, where they forage for insects and small invertebrates. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, the conservation status of the Variegated Antpitta is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Montane cloud forests and dense undergrowth