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Slaty Bristlefront
Merulaxis ater
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.2 cm
Weight
35.1 g
Family
Rhinocryptidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Slaty Bristlefront (Merulaxis ater) is a bird species in the family Rhinocryptidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.2 cm and a weight of 35.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 35.1 g | 1.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Rhinocryptidae |
| Genus | Merulaxis |
| Species | Merulaxis ater |
Distribution
Slaty Bristlefront has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Slaty Bristlefront endangered?
The Slaty Bristlefront has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Slaty Bristlefront nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Slaty Bristlefront?
The Slaty Bristlefront has a wingspan of 13.2 cm, weight of 35.1 g.
What order and family does the Slaty Bristlefront belong to?
The Slaty Bristlefront (Merulaxis ater) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Rhinocryptidae.
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