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Blue Dacnis
Dacnis cayana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.4 cm
Weight
13.0 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Blue Dacnis (Dacnis cayana) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.4 cm and a weight of 13 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.4 cm | 4.9 in |
| Weight | 13.0 g | 0.46 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 13 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Dacnis |
| Species | Dacnis cayana |
Distribution
Blue Dacnis has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue Dacnis endangered?
The Blue Dacnis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blue Dacnis nest?
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 13 days.
How big is the Blue Dacnis?
The Blue Dacnis has a wingspan of 12.4 cm, weight of 13.0 g.
What order and family does the Blue Dacnis belong to?
The Blue Dacnis (Dacnis cayana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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