Black Catbird
Melanoptila glabrirostris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="melanoptila-glabrirostris"></birdfyi-bird>The Black Catbird (Melanoptila glabrirostris) is a bird species in the family Mimidae (mockingbirds & thrashers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.4 cm and a weight of 36.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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حول
The Black Catbird is a striking, entirely glossy blue-black bird of the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico and Belize, with a short, slender bill and a melodious song. It inhabits dense lowland tropical forests and forest edges, including coastal thickets and mangroves. It feeds on small fruits, berries, and insects, foraging in the forest understory and mid-story.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 18,4 cm | 7.2 in |
| الوزن | 36,11666666666667 g | 1.27 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-17 days. Fledging: 11-15 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
2-3
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| الفصيلة | Mimidae (Mockingbirds & Thrashers) |
| Genus | Melanoptila |
| الأنواع | Melanoptila glabrirostris |
Distribution
Black Catbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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