Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Tyrannus forficatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="tyrannus-forficatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Scissor-tailed Flycatcher (Tyrannus forficatus) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24.2 cm and a weight of 41.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 24,2 cm | 9.5 in |
| الوزن | 41,70000000000001 g | 1.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-22 days. Fledging: 14-17 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
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التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| الفصيلة | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Tyrannus |
| الأنواع | Tyrannus forficatus |
Distribution
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher has been recorded in 3 countries.
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External Databases
الأسئلة الشائعة
Is the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher endangered?
How does the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher nest?
How big is the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher?
What order and family does the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher belong to?
Similar Birds
Other species in the Tyrannidae family