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Bluish Flowerpiercer
Diglossa caerulescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.6 cm
Weight
13.983333333333333 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Bluish Flowerpiercer (Diglossa caerulescens) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.6 cm and a weight of 14 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.6 cm | 5.4 in |
| Weight | 13.983333333333333 g | 0.49 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 | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Diglossa |
| Species | Diglossa caerulescens |
Distribution
Bluish Flowerpiercer has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bluish Flowerpiercer endangered?
The Bluish Flowerpiercer has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bluish Flowerpiercer nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Bluish Flowerpiercer?
The Bluish Flowerpiercer has a wingspan of 13.6 cm, weight of 13.983333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Bluish Flowerpiercer belong to?
The Bluish Flowerpiercer (Diglossa caerulescens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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