Melampittidae
Melampittidae is a family of birds found in New Guinea. The family currently contains only one genus, Melampitta, with two recognized species. These species are the greater melampitta and the lesser melampitta. They are ground-dwelling birds, typically found in the dense undergrowth of rainforests. Their plumage is generally dark, with some sexual dimorphism present in coloration and size depending on the species.
The greater melampitta (Melampitta lugubris) is larger and more robust than the lesser melampitta. It has a
Their diet consists mainly of insects and other invertebrates, which they forage for on the forest floor.
The taxonomic placement of Melampittidae has been a subject of debate among ornithologists. Historically, they have