Archer's Robin-chat
Dessonornis archeri
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.4 cm
Weight
23.0 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
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About
Archer's Robin-chat is a medium-sized robin-chat from the Horn of Africa, weighing about 23 grams with a wingspan near 14 cm. It inhabits dense scrub and thickets in arid and semi-arid environments, typically remaining well-hidden within vegetation. Like other robin-chats, it forages for insects on or near the ground and delivers a melodious song.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.4 cm | 5.7 in |
| Weight | 23.0 g | 0.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Dessonornis |
| Species | Dessonornis archeri |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Archer's Robin-chat endangered?
The Archer's Robin-chat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Archer's Robin-chat nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Archer's Robin-chat?
The Archer's Robin-chat has a wingspan of 14.4 cm, weight of 23.0 g.
What order and family does the Archer's Robin-chat belong to?
The Archer's Robin-chat (Dessonornis archeri) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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