Andean Mourner

Andean Mourner

Laniisoma buckleyi

Least Concern
Wingspan
20.0 cm
Weight
48.4 g
Family
Tityridae
Order
Passeriformes
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The Andean Mourner is a secretive passerine of the Tityridae family with a 20 cm wingspan, weighing 48.4 grams. It inhabits humid montane forest in the Andes, foraging quietly for insects and fruit in the understory. Its subdued plumage makes it difficult to spot.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 20.0 cm 7.9 in
Weight 48.4 g 1.71 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Tityridae
Genus Laniisoma
Species Laniisoma buckleyi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Andean Mourner endangered?
The Andean Mourner has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Andean Mourner?
The Andean Mourner has a wingspan of 20.0 cm, weight of 48.4 g.
What order and family does the Andean Mourner belong to?
The Andean Mourner (Laniisoma buckleyi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tityridae.

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