Tawny Antpitta
A species of Typical Antpittas Scientific name : Grallaria quitensis Genus : Typical Antpittas
Tawny Antpitta, A species of Typical Antpittas
Botanical name: Grallaria quitensis
Genus: Typical Antpittas
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Description General Info
Description
The tawny antpitta (Grallaria quitensis) is a species of bird in the family Grallariidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. 
Size
18 cm
Habitat
The habitat of tawny Antpitta is characterized by a variety of highland ecosystems in the Andes. These birds are partial to disturbed areas and open landscapes, with a presence in elfin forests, paramo ecosystems including those dominated by bunch-grass and cushion-plants, and areas with dispersed shrubbery and trees. Additionally, they inhabit secondary growth like hedgerows and gardens, and have an affinity for wetland environments such as lakeshores and swamps.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Antpittas Genus
Typical Antpittas Species
Tawny Antpitta 
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