The black-crowned antpitta (Pittasoma michleri) is a species of bird in the gnateater family, Conopophagidae.

This placement is further supported by morphology, vocalisations and traits in their natural history.

[2] The generic name Pittasoma comes from the genus Pitta and the Greek sōma, meaning "body".

[4] There are two recognised subspecies:[5] The black-crowned antpitta is 18–19 cm long and weighs 99–110 grams.

The black-crowned antpitta is found in Panama, Costa Rica, and northwestern Colombia.