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Black-collared Apalis

Oreolais pulcher

Least Concern
Wingspan
10.6 cm
Weight
8.75 g
Family
Cisticolidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Black-collared Apalis is a small, warbler-like bird of highland forests in East Africa, with adults bearing a broad black collar across the throat and upper breast contrasting with white underparts and olive upperparts. It ranges in montane forests of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. It forages actively in the mid-story and canopy, feeding on small insects and spiders.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 10.6 cm 4.2 in
Weight 8.75 g 0.31 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: DM,O. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-16 days.

Clutch Size

2-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Cisticolidae
Genus Oreolais
Species Oreolais pulcher

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black-collared Apalis endangered?
The Black-collared Apalis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-collared Apalis nest?
Nest type: DM,O. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-16 days.
How big is the Black-collared Apalis?
The Black-collared Apalis has a wingspan of 10.6 cm, weight of 8.75 g.
What order and family does the Black-collared Apalis belong to?
The Black-collared Apalis (Oreolais pulcher) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cisticolidae.

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