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Masked Cardinal
Paroaria nigrogenis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.3 cm
Weight
22.26666666666667 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Masked Cardinal (Paroaria nigrogenis) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.3 cm and a weight of 22.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.3 cm | 6.0 in |
| Weight | 22.26666666666667 g | 0.79 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Paroaria |
| Species | Paroaria nigrogenis |
Distribution
Masked Cardinal has been recorded in 3 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Masked Cardinal endangered?
The Masked Cardinal has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Masked Cardinal nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Masked Cardinal?
The Masked Cardinal has a wingspan of 15.3 cm, weight of 22.26666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Masked Cardinal belong to?
The Masked Cardinal (Paroaria nigrogenis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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