About the Western Hooded Pitta
The Western Hooded Pitta (Pitta sordida) 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 wehpit1 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 sordida |
| Species Codes | wehpit1, WHPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Hooded Pitta belong to?
The Western Hooded Pitta (Pitta sordida) belongs to the Pittas family (Pittidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Hooded Pitta?
The Western 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 Western Hooded Pitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Hooded Pitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wehpit1, or on iNaturalist.