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Swallow-winged Puffbird
Chelidoptera tenebrosa
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.4 cm
Weight
35.25 g
Family
Bucconidae
Order
Piciformes
The Swallow-winged Puffbird (Chelidoptera tenebrosa) is a bird species in the family Bucconidae, within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.4 cm and a weight of 35.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.4 cm | 8.4 in |
| Weight | 35.25 g | 1.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Bucconidae |
| Genus | Chelidoptera |
| Species | Chelidoptera tenebrosa |
Distribution
Swallow-winged Puffbird has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Swallow-winged Puffbird endangered?
The Swallow-winged Puffbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Swallow-winged Puffbird nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15 days.
How big is the Swallow-winged Puffbird?
The Swallow-winged Puffbird has a wingspan of 21.4 cm, weight of 35.25 g.
What order and family does the Swallow-winged Puffbird belong to?
The Swallow-winged Puffbird (Chelidoptera tenebrosa) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Bucconidae.
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