Ash-throated Casiornis
Casiornis fuscus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.1 cm
Weight
19.5 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
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
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
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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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ash-throated Casiornis endangered?
The Ash-throated Casiornis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Ash-throated Casiornis?
The Ash-throated Casiornis has a wingspan of 15.1 cm, weight of 19.5 g.
What order and family does the Ash-throated Casiornis belong to?
The Ash-throated Casiornis (Casiornis fuscus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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