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Long-tailed Tyrant
Colonia colonus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.2 cm
Weight
17.5 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.2 cm | 6.4 in |
| Weight | 17.5 g | 0.62 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Colonia |
| Species | Colonia colonus |
Distribution
Long-tailed Tyrant has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-tailed Tyrant endangered?
The Long-tailed Tyrant has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Long-tailed Tyrant nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Long-tailed Tyrant?
The Long-tailed Tyrant has a wingspan of 16.2 cm, weight of 17.5 g.
What order and family does the Long-tailed Tyrant belong to?
The Long-tailed Tyrant (Colonia colonus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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