About the Schneider's Pitta
Schneider's pitta is a species of bird in the family Pittidae and is endemic to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. Its natural habitat is a subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is usually at an altitude between 900-2,400 meters. It is threatened by habitat loss and was rediscovered in 1988 after last being seen in 1918. Its diet consists of small animals and other food. The total population has not been reliably counted. Its conservation status is at "Least Concern" meaning that it is at a low risk of extinction.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Pittas (Pittidae) |
| Species | Hydrornis schneideri |
| Species Codes | schpit1, SCPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Schneider's Pitta belong to?
The Schneider's Pitta (Hydrornis schneideri) belongs to the Pittas family (Pittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Schneider's Pitta?
Schneider's pitta is a species of bird in the family Pittidae and is endemic to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. Its natural habitat is a subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is usually at an altitude between 900-2,400 meters. It is threatened by habitat loss and was rediscovered in 198...
Where can I report a Schneider's Pitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Schneider's Pitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code schpit1, or on iNaturalist.
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