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Olivaceous Elaenia
Elaenia mesoleuca
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.0 cm
Weight
17.75 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 17.75 g | 0.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 20 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Elaenia |
| Species | Elaenia mesoleuca |
Distribution
Olivaceous Elaenia has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Olivaceous Elaenia endangered?
The Olivaceous Elaenia has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Olivaceous Elaenia nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 20 days.
How big is the Olivaceous Elaenia?
The Olivaceous Elaenia has a wingspan of 16.0 cm, weight of 17.75 g.
What order and family does the Olivaceous Elaenia belong to?
The Olivaceous Elaenia (Elaenia mesoleuca) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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