Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher
Melaenornis chocolatinus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.6 cm
Weight
23.5 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher weighs around 24g and inhabits highland forests of Ethiopia and Eritrea. It perches upright on branches, sallying out to catch insects in the air.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.6 cm | 6.5 in |
| Weight | 23.5 g | 0.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Melaenornis |
| Species | Melaenornis chocolatinus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher endangered?
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher?
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher has a wingspan of 16.6 cm, weight of 23.5 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher belong to?
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher (Melaenornis chocolatinus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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