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Shining Flycatcher
Myiagra alecto
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.3 cm
Weight
25.5 g
Family
Monarchidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.3 cm | 6.8 in |
| Weight | 25.5 g | 0.90 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Monarchidae (Monarch Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Myiagra |
| Species | Myiagra alecto |
Distribution
Shining Flycatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Shining Flycatcher endangered?
The Shining Flycatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Shining Flycatcher nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.
How big is the Shining Flycatcher?
The Shining Flycatcher has a wingspan of 17.3 cm, weight of 25.5 g.
What order and family does the Shining Flycatcher belong to?
The Shining Flycatcher (Myiagra alecto) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Monarchidae.
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Black-bibbed Monarch
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