Black-capped Piprites
Piprites pileata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="piprites-pileata"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-capped Piprites (Piprites pileata) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.4 cm and a weight of 15 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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The Black-capped Piprites is a Near Threatened, peculiar small bird of the Atlantic Forest in southeastern Brazil and adjacent Argentina, with a distinctive black cap, whitish eye ring, and olive-green plumage. It inhabits the canopy and mid-story of araucaria and mixed forests. Ongoing deforestation of the Atlantic Forest threatens this species, which has a restricted range and specialized habitat requirements.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.4 cm | 5.7 in |
| Weight | 15.0 g | 0.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Piprites |
| Species | Piprites pileata |
Distribution
Black-capped Piprites has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Tyrannidae family