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Black-faced Solitaire

Myadestes melanops

Least Concern
Wingspan
17.4 cm
Weight
31.924999999999997 g
Family
Turdidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Black-faced Solitaire is a medium-sized, thrush-like bird with slate-gray plumage, a bold black face, and a bright orange bill and feet. It inhabits humid cloud forests of Costa Rica and western Panama, typically at elevations from 1,200 to 2,600 meters. It feeds on fruits, berries, and insects, and is renowned for its beautiful, flute-like song that resonates through the mountain fog.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 17.4 cm 6.9 in
Weight 31.924999999999997 g 1.13 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 15-16 days.

Clutch Size

2-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Turdidae (Thrushes)
Genus Myadestes
Species Myadestes melanops

Distribution

Black-faced Solitaire has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black-faced Solitaire endangered?
The Black-faced Solitaire has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-faced Solitaire nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 15-16 days.
How big is the Black-faced Solitaire?
The Black-faced Solitaire has a wingspan of 17.4 cm, weight of 31.924999999999997 g.
What order and family does the Black-faced Solitaire belong to?
The Black-faced Solitaire (Myadestes melanops) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Turdidae.

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