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Guianan Gnatcatcher
Polioptila guianensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
8.8 cm
Weight
5.96 g
Family
Polioptilidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Guianan Gnatcatcher (Polioptila guianensis) is a bird species in the family Polioptilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 8.8 cm and a weight of 6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 8.8 cm | 3.5 in |
| Weight | 5.96 g | 0.21 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Polioptilidae |
| Genus | Polioptila |
| Species | Polioptila guianensis |
Distribution
Guianan Gnatcatcher has been recorded in 3 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Guianan Gnatcatcher endangered?
The Guianan Gnatcatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Guianan Gnatcatcher?
The Guianan Gnatcatcher has a wingspan of 8.8 cm, weight of 5.96 g.
What order and family does the Guianan Gnatcatcher belong to?
The Guianan Gnatcatcher (Polioptila guianensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Polioptilidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Polioptilidae family
Black-capped Gnatcatcher
Polioptila nigriceps
Least Concern
Black-tailed Gnatcatcher
Polioptila melanura
Least Concern
Blue-grey Gnatcatcher
Polioptila caerulea
Least Concern
California Gnatcatcher
Polioptila californica
Least Concern
Chattering Gnatwren
Ramphocaenus sticturus
Not Evaluated
Collared Gnatwren
Microbates collaris
Least Concern
Creamy-bellied Gnatcatcher
Polioptila lactea
Least Concern
Cuban Gnatcatcher
Polioptila lembeyei
Least Concern