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California Gnatcatcher
Polioptila californica
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.3 cm
Weight
5.625 g
Family
Polioptilidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.3 cm | 3.7 in |
| Weight | 5.625 g | 0.20 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 14 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Polioptilidae |
| Genus | Polioptila |
| Species | Polioptila californica |
Distribution
California Gnatcatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the California Gnatcatcher endangered?
The California Gnatcatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the California Gnatcatcher nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 14 days.
How big is the California Gnatcatcher?
The California Gnatcatcher has a wingspan of 9.3 cm, weight of 5.625 g.
What order and family does the California Gnatcatcher belong to?
The California Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Polioptilidae.
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