Tanzanian Illadopsis
Tanzanian Illadopsis (<em>Illadopsis distans</em>) is a species of Ground Babblers (<em>Pellorneidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Tanzanian Illadopsis (Illadopsis distans) is a species of Ground Babblers (Pellorneidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Illadopsis; binomial: Illadopsis distans; authority: (Friedmann, 1928).
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Illadopsis distans is split from I. rufipennis based on morphological and bioacoustic differences (Zimmerman et al. 1996; Sinclair & Ryan 2003; HBW/BirdLife). Treat as monotypic. Includes puguensis (Collar & Robson 2007).
