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Red-headed Tanager
Piranga erythrocephala
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.2 cm
Weight
22.2 g
Family
Cardinalidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Red-headed Tanager (Piranga erythrocephala) is a bird species in the family Cardinalidae (cardinals & grosbeaks), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.2 cm and a weight of 22.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.2 cm | 5.6 in |
| Weight | 22.2 g | 0.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cardinalidae (Cardinals & Grosbeaks) |
| Genus | Piranga |
| Species | Piranga erythrocephala |
Distribution
Red-headed Tanager has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Red-headed Tanager endangered?
The Red-headed Tanager has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Red-headed Tanager nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Red-headed Tanager?
The Red-headed Tanager has a wingspan of 14.2 cm, weight of 22.2 g.
What order and family does the Red-headed Tanager belong to?
The Red-headed Tanager (Piranga erythrocephala) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cardinalidae.
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