Pitta moluccensis
Blue-Winged Pitta
BirdBest Season: Apr–Oct
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About this species
The Blue-Winged Pitta is a rare passage migrant and occasional visitor to the Andaman Islands and eastern coasts of India. Its electric blue wings and rich chestnut head make it unmistakable when encountered. Passage periods in spring and autumn create the best opportunities in the Andamans. See Blue-Winged Pittas on the Andaman Islands. Rare migrant pitta — migration guide and island birding tours.
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When and Where to Photograph Blue-Winged Pitta
The Blue-Winged Pitta is a rare passage migrant and occasional visitor to the Andaman Islands and eastern coasts of India. Its electric blue wings and rich chestnut head make it unmistakable when encountered. Passage periods in spring and autumn create the best opportunities in the Andamans. See Blue-Winged Pittas on the Andaman Islands. Rare migrant pitta — migration guide and island birding tours.
Plan field days around Apr–Oct: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in key reserves across India.