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Black-capped Illadopsis

Illadopsis cleaveri

Least Concern
Wingspan
14.5 cm
Weight
29.916666666666668 g
Family
Pellorneidae
Order
Passeriformes

The Black-capped Illadopsis (Illadopsis cleaveri) is a bird species in the family Pellorneidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.5 cm and a weight of 29.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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About

The Black-capped Illadopsis is a secretive babbler of West African lowland rainforests, with a distinctive black cap, white throat, and brown upperparts. It inhabits the dense forest floor and undergrowth from Senegal and Gambia east to Ghana and Nigeria. It skulks in dark forest undergrowth, feeding on insects, small invertebrates, and fallen seeds.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 14.5 cm 5.7 in
Weight 29.916666666666668 g 1.06 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 Pellorneidae
Genus Illadopsis
Species Illadopsis cleaveri

Distribution

Black-capped Illadopsis has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black-capped Illadopsis endangered?
The Black-capped Illadopsis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-capped Illadopsis nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black-capped Illadopsis?
The Black-capped Illadopsis has a wingspan of 14.5 cm, weight of 29.916666666666668 g.
What order and family does the Black-capped Illadopsis belong to?
The Black-capped Illadopsis (Illadopsis cleaveri) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pellorneidae.

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