Ash-throated Casiornis
Casiornis fuscus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="casiornis-fuscus"></birdfyi-bird>The Ash-throated Casiornis (Casiornis fuscus) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.1 cm and a weight of 19.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Ash-throated Casiornis is a flycatcher found in dry forests and caatinga scrub of northeastern Brazil. Weighing around 19.5g with a wingspan near 15.1cm, it is a plain brown bird with an ash-toned throat. It forages for insects by sallying from exposed perches in open woodland.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.1 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 19.5 g | 0.69 oz |
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Casiornis |
| Species | Casiornis fuscus |
Distribution
Ash-throated Casiornis has been recorded in 1 countries.
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