About the Philippine Pitta
The Philippine Pitta (Erythropitta erythrogaster) 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 rebpit1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Pittas (Pittidae) |
| Species | Erythropitta erythrogaster |
| Species Codes | rebpit1, PHPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Pitta belong to?
The Philippine Pitta (Erythropitta erythrogaster) belongs to the Pittas family (Pittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Pitta?
The Philippine 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 Philippine Pitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Pitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rebpit1, or on iNaturalist.