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Orange-crested Manakin
Heterocercus aurantiivertex
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.2 cm
Weight
21.5 g
Family
Pipridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.2 cm | 6.4 in |
| Weight | 21.5 g | 0.76 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 | Pipridae (Manakins) |
| Genus | Heterocercus |
| Species | Heterocercus aurantiivertex |
Distribution
Orange-crested Manakin has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Orange-crested Manakin endangered?
The Orange-crested Manakin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Orange-crested Manakin nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Orange-crested Manakin?
The Orange-crested Manakin has a wingspan of 16.2 cm, weight of 21.5 g.
What order and family does the Orange-crested Manakin belong to?
The Orange-crested Manakin (Heterocercus aurantiivertex) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pipridae.
Similar Birds
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Least Concern
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Least Concern
Blue-crowned Manakin
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Least Concern
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Least Concern
Blue-rumped Manakin
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Least Concern
Cerulean-capped Manakin
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Least Concern