About the Rainbow Pitta
The Rainbow Pitta (Pitta iris) 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 raipit1 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 iris |
| Species Codes | raipit1, RAPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rainbow Pitta belong to?
The Rainbow Pitta (Pitta iris) belongs to the Pittas family (Pittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rainbow Pitta?
The Rainbow 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 Rainbow Pitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Rainbow Pitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code raipit1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pittas 46 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
46
Species in Family
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