Altamira Yellowthroat
Geothlypis flavovelata
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
10.8 cm
Weight
10.85 g
Family
Parulidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Altamira Yellowthroat is a near-threatened warbler weighing about 11 g with a 10.8 cm wingspan, restricted to marshes and dense vegetation along the Gulf Coast of Mexico. Males display a distinctive yellow throat and mask pattern used in courtship.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm | 4.3 in |
| Weight | 10.85 g | 0.38 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Parulidae (New World Warblers) |
| Genus | Geothlypis |
| Species | Geothlypis flavovelata |
Distribution
Altamira Yellowthroat has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Altamira Yellowthroat endangered?
The Altamira Yellowthroat has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Altamira Yellowthroat?
The Altamira Yellowthroat has a wingspan of 10.8 cm, weight of 10.85 g.
What order and family does the Altamira Yellowthroat belong to?
The Altamira Yellowthroat (Geothlypis flavovelata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Parulidae.
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