Band-tailed Antwren
Myrmotherula urosticta
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<birdfyi-bird slug="myrmotherula-urosticta"></birdfyi-bird>The Band-tailed Antwren (Myrmotherula urosticta) is a bird species in the family Thamnophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.1 cm and a weight of 8.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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The Band-tailed Antwren is a Vulnerable small antbird of the family Thamnophilidae restricted to the Atlantic Forest of eastern Brazil. Weighing about 8.4g with a wingspan of 10.1cm, it has a distinctive white-spotted tail. Its dependence on intact Atlantic Forest habitat makes it vulnerable to ongoing deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.1 cm | 4.0 in |
| Weight | 8.4 g | 0.30 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Myrmotherula |
| Species | Myrmotherula urosticta |
Distribution
Band-tailed Antwren has been recorded in 1 countries.
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