Santa Marta Antpitta
A species of Typical Antpittas Scientific name : Grallaria bangsi Genus : Typical Antpittas
Santa Marta Antpitta, A species of Typical Antpittas
Botanical name: Grallaria bangsi
Genus: Typical Antpittas
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Description General Info
Description
The Santa Marta antpitta is 18 cm long and is brown above with eye ring. Its underparts are white streaked brown, except for bright buff throat, brownish flanks and cinnamon buff underwing coverts.
Size
18 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Habitat
Santa Marta Antpitta typically resides in humid montane cloud forests, encompassing mature second growth and the dense underbrush of forest borders. These birds are also known to navigate the fringe areas of their habitats, including small clearings and the vicinity of forest-edge roadsides, taking advantage of the slightly more open spaces these peripheral landscapes offer.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Antpittas Genus
Typical Antpittas Species
Santa Marta Antpitta