Amazonian Royal Flycatcher
Onychorhynchus coronatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.8 cm
Weight
13.950000000000001 g
Family
Onychorhynchidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Amazonian Royal Flycatcher is a slender flycatcher weighing about 14 g with a 14.8 cm wingspan, known for its spectacular fan-shaped crest displayed during courtship. It inhabits humid forest near streams across Amazonia, sallying to catch insects in mid-air.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 13.950000000000001 g | 0.49 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 | Onychorhynchidae |
| Genus | Onychorhynchus |
| Species | Onychorhynchus coronatus |
Distribution
Amazonian Royal Flycatcher has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Amazonian Royal Flycatcher endangered?
The Amazonian Royal Flycatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Amazonian Royal Flycatcher nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Amazonian Royal Flycatcher?
The Amazonian Royal Flycatcher has a wingspan of 14.8 cm, weight of 13.950000000000001 g.
What order and family does the Amazonian Royal Flycatcher belong to?
The Amazonian Royal Flycatcher (Onychorhynchus coronatus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Onychorhynchidae.
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