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Blackish Cicadabird
Edolisoma coerulescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
26.0 cm
Weight
63.25 g
Family
Campephagidae
Order
Passeriformes
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About
The Blackish Cicadabird is a medium-sized cicadabird with predominantly dark blackish-gray plumage showing a slight bluish gloss in the male. It inhabits lowland and foothill forests of Sulawesi, the Moluccas, and adjacent Indonesian islands. It feeds on insects gleaned from forest foliage and small fruits, often joining mixed-species foraging flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.0 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 63.25 g | 2.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Campephagidae (Cuckooshrikes) |
| Genus | Edolisoma |
| Species | Edolisoma coerulescens |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blackish Cicadabird endangered?
The Blackish Cicadabird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Blackish Cicadabird?
The Blackish Cicadabird has a wingspan of 26.0 cm, weight of 63.25 g.
What order and family does the Blackish Cicadabird belong to?
The Blackish Cicadabird (Edolisoma coerulescens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Campephagidae.
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