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White-chested Puffbird
Malacoptila fusca
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.5 cm
Weight
46.0 g
Family
Bucconidae
Order
Piciformes
The White-chested Puffbird (Malacoptila fusca) is a bird species in the family Bucconidae, within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.5 cm and a weight of 46 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.5 cm | 6.9 in |
| Weight | 46.0 g | 1.62 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Bucconidae |
| Genus | Malacoptila |
| Species | Malacoptila fusca |
Distribution
White-chested Puffbird has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-chested Puffbird endangered?
The White-chested Puffbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-chested Puffbird nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the White-chested Puffbird?
The White-chested Puffbird has a wingspan of 17.5 cm, weight of 46.0 g.
What order and family does the White-chested Puffbird belong to?
The White-chested Puffbird (Malacoptila fusca) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Bucconidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Bucconidae family
Barred Puffbird
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Least Concern
Black-breasted Puffbird
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Least Concern
Black-fronted Nunbird
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Least Concern
Black Nunbird
Monasa atra
Least Concern
Black-streaked Puffbird
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Least Concern
Brown-banded Puffbird
Notharchus ordii
Least Concern
Brown Nunlet
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Least Concern
Buff-bellied Puffbird
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Least Concern