Boat-billed Flycatcher
Megarynchus pitangua
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<birdfyi-bird slug="megarynchus-pitangua"></birdfyi-bird>The Boat-billed Flycatcher (Megarynchus pitangua) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.7 cm and a weight of 67.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.7 cm | 8.9 in |
| Weight | 67.16666666666667 g | 2.37 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-18 days. Fledging: 23-26 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Megarynchus |
| Species | Megarynchus pitangua |
Distribution
Boat-billed Flycatcher has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Tyrannidae family