American Dipper
Cinclus mexicanus
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The American Dipper is a stocky aquatic songbird weighing 56 g with an 17.8 cm wingspan, uniquely adapted to fast-flowing mountain streams throughout western North America. It walks along streambeds underwater and forages for aquatic invertebrates and small fish, blinking its white eyelids frequently.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.8 cm | 7.0 in |
| Weight | 56.25 g | 1.98 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM,SP,CV,CR. Incubation: 14-17 days. Fledging: 24-31 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cinclidae (Dippers) |
| Genus | Cinclus |
| Species | Cinclus mexicanus |
Distribution
American Dipper has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cinclidae family