Atlantic Royal Flycatcher
Onychorhynchus swainsoni
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
17.3 cm
Weight
23.5 g
Family
Onychorhynchidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher is a Vulnerable passerine found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, belonging to the family Onychorhynchidae. Weighing about 23.5g with a wingspan of 17.3cm, it has a spectacular fan-shaped crest — red in males, orange in females — rarely displayed. It sallies for insects from exposed perches in humid forest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.3 cm | 6.8 in |
| Weight | 23.5 g | 0.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Onychorhynchidae |
| Genus | Onychorhynchus |
| Species | Onychorhynchus swainsoni |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Atlantic Royal Flycatcher endangered?
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Atlantic Royal Flycatcher nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Atlantic Royal Flycatcher?
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher has a wingspan of 17.3 cm, weight of 23.5 g.
What order and family does the Atlantic Royal Flycatcher belong to?
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher (Onychorhynchus swainsoni) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Onychorhynchidae.
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