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Tufted Flycatcher
Mitrephanes phaeocercus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.0 cm
Weight
8.566666666666668 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Tufted Flycatcher (Mitrephanes phaeocercus) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14 cm and a weight of 8.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.0 cm | 5.5 in |
| Weight | 8.566666666666668 g | 0.30 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 | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Mitrephanes |
| Species | Mitrephanes phaeocercus |
Distribution
Tufted Flycatcher has been recorded in 3 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tufted Flycatcher endangered?
The Tufted Flycatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Tufted Flycatcher nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Tufted Flycatcher?
The Tufted Flycatcher has a wingspan of 14.0 cm, weight of 8.566666666666668 g.
What order and family does the Tufted Flycatcher belong to?
The Tufted Flycatcher (Mitrephanes phaeocercus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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