The squat, upright antpittas remind me of tropical penguins. Most members of this family rarely venture into the open, but the tiny Tawny Antpitta is an exception.
In the open terrain of the high páramo, this bird is heard constantly, but often ventures into the open - especially if you learn to imitate its distinctive whistle.
Hopping on long legs with a diminutive 6.5-inch body from bill to tail, it forages on the ground and rarely flies. This individual was found at 13,000 feet.