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Bananaquit

Coereba flaveola

Least Concern
Wingspan
10.9 cm
Weight
10.200000000000001 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Bananaquit is a small, energetic songbird found throughout the Caribbean and parts of Central and South America, belonging to the family Thraupidae. Weighing about 10.2g with a wingspan of 10.9cm, it is known for its curved bill used to pierce flower bases for nectar. It is one of the most widespread and adaptable birds in the region.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 10.9 cm 4.3 in
Weight 10.200000000000001 g 0.36 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: SP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 17-19 days.

Clutch Size

2-4

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Thraupidae (Tanagers)
Genus Coereba
Species Coereba flaveola

Distribution

Bananaquit has been recorded in 5 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bananaquit endangered?
The Bananaquit has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bananaquit nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 17-19 days.
How big is the Bananaquit?
The Bananaquit has a wingspan of 10.9 cm, weight of 10.200000000000001 g.
What order and family does the Bananaquit belong to?
The Bananaquit (Coereba flaveola) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.

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