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Rufous-capped Brushfinch
Atlapetes pileatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.4 cm
Weight
24.5 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.4 cm | 5.3 in |
| Weight | 24.5 g | 0.86 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Atlapetes |
| Species | Atlapetes pileatus |
Distribution
Rufous-capped Brushfinch has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-capped Brushfinch endangered?
The Rufous-capped Brushfinch has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Rufous-capped Brushfinch nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Rufous-capped Brushfinch?
The Rufous-capped Brushfinch has a wingspan of 13.4 cm, weight of 24.5 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-capped Brushfinch belong to?
The Rufous-capped Brushfinch (Atlapetes pileatus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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