Black-crowned Palm-tanager
Phaenicophilus palmarum
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phaenicophilus-palmarum"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-crowned Palm-tanager (Phaenicophilus palmarum) is a bird species in the family Phaenicophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.4 cm and a weight of 31.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
The Black-crowned Palm-tanager is a medium-sized, attractive tanager endemic to Hispaniola in the Caribbean, with a black crown and face contrasting with grey upperparts and white underparts. It inhabits a wide variety of wooded habitats on both Haiti and the Dominican Republic, including forest edges, gardens, palm groves, and secondary growth. It feeds on fruits, berries, and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.4 cm | 6.9 in |
| Weight | 31.85 g | 1.12 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 10 days. Fledging: 10 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Phaenicophilidae |
| Genus | Phaenicophilus |
| Species | Phaenicophilus palmarum |
Distribution
Black-crowned Palm-tanager has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phaenicophilidae family