Bornean Banded Pitta
Hydrornis schwaneri
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The Bornean banded pitta is a species of bird in the family Pittidae. It is found only in Borneo. It was formerly considered conspecific with the Javan and Malayan banded pittas. Together, they were referenced as the banded pitta.
The Bornean banded pitta (Hydrornis schwaneri) is a species of bird in the family Pittidae. It is found only in Borneo. It was formerly considered conspecific with the Javan and Malayan banded pittas. Together, they were referenced as the banded pitta.
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Taxonomy
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Pittidae
- Genus
- Hydrornis
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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6 illustrations of Hydrornis schwaneri (Bornean Banded Pitta) in different styles, true to its real plumage. Shown watermarked; the art pack includes the high-resolution originals, ready to print.

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Illustrations based on the photograph by John Gould / Henry Constantine Richter (Public domain), from Wikimedia Commons.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Hydrornis schwaneri (Bornean Banded Pitta) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Hydrornis schwaneri, commonly known as the Bornean Banded Pitta, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- What family does Hydrornis schwaneri (Bornean Banded Pitta) belong to?
- Hydrornis schwaneri (Bornean Banded Pitta) belongs to the family Pittidae, in the order Passeriformes.
- What colour is Hydrornis schwaneri (Bornean Banded Pitta)?
- The plumage of Hydrornis schwaneri (Bornean Banded Pitta) combines these colours: Brown and Green.
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