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Swainson's Flycatcher
Myiarchus swainsoni
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.7 cm
Weight
26.33333333333334 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.7 cm | 7.0 in |
| Weight | 26.33333333333334 g | 0.93 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV,O.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Myiarchus |
| Species | Myiarchus swainsoni |
Distribution
Swainson's Flycatcher has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Swainson's Flycatcher endangered?
The Swainson's Flycatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Swainson's Flycatcher nest?
Nest type: CV,O.
How big is the Swainson's Flycatcher?
The Swainson's Flycatcher has a wingspan of 17.7 cm, weight of 26.33333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Swainson's Flycatcher belong to?
The Swainson's Flycatcher (Myiarchus swainsoni) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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