South Moluccan Pitta

Erythropitta rubrinucha

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South Moluccan Pitta
Photo: James Eaton · CC0

The South Moluccan pitta is a species of pitta. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the red-bellied pitta. It is endemic to Indonesia where it occurs on Buru and Seram. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

The South Moluccan pitta (Erythropitta rubrinucha) is a species of pitta. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the red-bellied pitta. It is endemic to Indonesia where it occurs on Buru and Seram. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

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Plumage colours

Taxonomy

Family
Pittidae
Genus
Erythropitta
Conservation status
Least concern

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Illustration gallery

6 illustrations of Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta) in different styles, true to its real plumage. Shown watermarked; the art pack includes the high-resolution originals, ready to print.

  • Watercolor illustration: Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta)
    Watercolor
  • Vintage plate illustration: Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta)
    Vintage plate
  • Ink illustration: Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta)
    Ink
  • Oil illustration: Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta)
    Oil
  • Realistic illustration: Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta)
    Realistic
  • Colored pencil illustration: Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta)
    Colored pencil

Illustrations based on the photograph by James Eaton (CC0), from Wikimedia Commons.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta) endangered?
The IUCN Red List places Erythropitta rubrinucha, commonly known as the South Moluccan Pitta, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
What family does Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta) belong to?
Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta) belongs to the family Pittidae, in the order Passeriformes.
What colour is Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta)?
The plumage of Erythropitta rubrinucha (South Moluccan Pitta) combines these colours: Red and Brown.

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