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Western Striolated Puffbird
Nystalus obamai
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Not Evaluated
Weight
45.0 g
Family
Bucconidae
Order
Piciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 45.0 g | 1.59 oz |
Habitat & Range
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Bucconidae |
| Genus | Nystalus |
| Species | Nystalus obamai |
Distribution
Western Striolated Puffbird has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Western Striolated Puffbird nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Western Striolated Puffbird?
The Western Striolated Puffbird has a weight of 45.0 g.
What order and family does the Western Striolated Puffbird belong to?
The Western Striolated Puffbird (Nystalus obamai) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Bucconidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Bucconidae family
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Least Concern
Black-breasted Puffbird
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Least Concern
Black-fronted Nunbird
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Least Concern
Black Nunbird
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Least Concern
Black-streaked Puffbird
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Least Concern
Brown-banded Puffbird
Notharchus ordii
Least Concern
Brown Nunlet
Nonnula brunnea
Least Concern
Buff-bellied Puffbird
Notharchus swainsoni
Least Concern