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Brown-capped Whitestart
Myioborus brunniceps
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.5 cm
Weight
9.75 g
Family
Parulidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Brown-capped Whitestart (Myioborus brunniceps) is a bird species in the family Parulidae (new world warblers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.5 cm and a weight of 9.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.5 cm | 4.9 in |
| Weight | 9.75 g | 0.34 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 16 days. Fledging: 12 days.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Parulidae (New World Warblers) |
| Genus | Myioborus |
| Species | Myioborus brunniceps |
Distribution
Brown-capped Whitestart has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brown-capped Whitestart endangered?
The Brown-capped Whitestart has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Brown-capped Whitestart nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 16 days. Fledging: 12 days.
How big is the Brown-capped Whitestart?
The Brown-capped Whitestart has a wingspan of 12.5 cm, weight of 9.75 g.
What order and family does the Brown-capped Whitestart belong to?
The Brown-capped Whitestart (Myioborus brunniceps) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Parulidae.
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