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Band-tailed Cacique
Cacicus latirostris
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Least Concern
Wingspan
37.6 cm
Weight
96.15 g
Family
Icteridae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Band-tailed Cacique is a large oriole-family bird of the family Icteridae found in forest edges and clearings in western Amazonia. Weighing about 96.2g with a wingspan of 37.6cm, it has a distinctive pale bill and banded tail. It nests colonially and feeds on fruit, insects, and nectar.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 37.6 cm | 14.8 in |
| Weight | 96.15 g | 3.39 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Cacicus |
| Species | Cacicus latirostris |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Band-tailed Cacique endangered?
The Band-tailed Cacique has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Band-tailed Cacique nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Band-tailed Cacique?
The Band-tailed Cacique has a wingspan of 37.6 cm, weight of 96.15 g.
What order and family does the Band-tailed Cacique belong to?
The Band-tailed Cacique (Cacicus latirostris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Icteridae.
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