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Brownish-headed Antbird
Myrmelastes brunneiceps
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.2 cm
Weight
25.35 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 25.35 g | 0.89 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Myrmelastes |
| Species | Myrmelastes brunneiceps |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brownish-headed Antbird endangered?
The Brownish-headed Antbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Brownish-headed Antbird nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Brownish-headed Antbird?
The Brownish-headed Antbird has a wingspan of 13.2 cm, weight of 25.35 g.
What order and family does the Brownish-headed Antbird belong to?
The Brownish-headed Antbird (Myrmelastes brunneiceps) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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