About the Eastern Hooded Pitta
The Eastern Hooded Pitta (Pitta novaeguineae) 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 eahpit1 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 novaeguineae |
| Species Codes | eahpit1, EHPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Hooded Pitta belong to?
The Eastern Hooded Pitta (Pitta novaeguineae) belongs to the Pittas family (Pittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Hooded Pitta?
The Eastern Hooded 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 Eastern Hooded Pitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Hooded Pitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eahpit1, or on iNaturalist.