Andean Solitaire

Andean Solitaire

Myadestes ralloides

Least Concern
Wingspan
16.8 cm
Weight
28.056 g
Family
Turdidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Andean Solitaire is a melodious thrush with a 16.8 cm wingspan, weighing around 28 grams. It inhabits cloud forests along the Andes, where its rich, flute-like song resonates through the understory. It feeds on small fruits and insects gleaned from vegetation.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 16.8 cm 6.6 in
Weight 28.056 g 0.99 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 Turdidae (Thrushes)
Genus Myadestes
Species Myadestes ralloides

Distribution

Andean Solitaire has been recorded in 4 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Andean Solitaire endangered?
The Andean Solitaire has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Andean Solitaire nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Andean Solitaire?
The Andean Solitaire has a wingspan of 16.8 cm, weight of 28.056 g.
What order and family does the Andean Solitaire belong to?
The Andean Solitaire (Myadestes ralloides) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Turdidae.

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