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Pearly Antshrike
Megastictus margaritatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.7 cm
Weight
19.5 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Pearly Antshrike (Megastictus margaritatus) is a bird species in the family Thamnophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.7 cm and a weight of 19.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.7 cm | 5.4 in |
| Weight | 19.5 g | 0.69 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 | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Megastictus |
| Species | Megastictus margaritatus |
Distribution
Pearly Antshrike has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pearly Antshrike endangered?
The Pearly Antshrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Pearly Antshrike nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Pearly Antshrike?
The Pearly Antshrike has a wingspan of 13.7 cm, weight of 19.5 g.
What order and family does the Pearly Antshrike belong to?
The Pearly Antshrike (Megastictus margaritatus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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