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White-headed Marsh-tyrant
Arundinicola leucocephala
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.0 cm
Weight
13.533333333333333 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.0 cm | 4.7 in |
| Weight | 13.533333333333333 g | 0.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Arundinicola |
| Species | Arundinicola leucocephala |
Distribution
White-headed Marsh-tyrant has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-headed Marsh-tyrant endangered?
The White-headed Marsh-tyrant has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-headed Marsh-tyrant nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the White-headed Marsh-tyrant?
The White-headed Marsh-tyrant has a wingspan of 12.0 cm, weight of 13.533333333333333 g.
What order and family does the White-headed Marsh-tyrant belong to?
The White-headed Marsh-tyrant (Arundinicola leucocephala) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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