Banded Whiteface
Aphelocephala nigricincta
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<birdfyi-bird slug="aphelocephala-nigricincta"></birdfyi-bird>The Banded Whiteface (Aphelocephala nigricincta) is a bird species in the family Acanthizidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.4 cm and a weight of 10.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Banded Whiteface is a small, plump bird of the family Acanthizidae found in arid scrubland of central Australia. Weighing about 10.5g with a wingspan of 11.4cm, it has a distinctive black band across the chest contrasting with its white face. It forages on the ground and in low shrubs for seeds and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.4 cm | 4.5 in |
| Weight | 10.5 g | 0.37 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Acanthizidae |
| Genus | Aphelocephala |
| Species | Aphelocephala nigricincta |
Distribution
Banded Whiteface has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Acanthizidae family