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Cuban Gnatcatcher
Polioptila lembeyei
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Least Concern
Wingspan
8.1 cm
Weight
5.0 g
Family
Polioptilidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 8.1 cm | 3.2 in |
| Weight | 5.0 g | 0.18 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-16 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Polioptilidae |
| Genus | Polioptila |
| Species | Polioptila lembeyei |
Distribution
Cuban Gnatcatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cuban Gnatcatcher endangered?
The Cuban Gnatcatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cuban Gnatcatcher nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-16 days.
How big is the Cuban Gnatcatcher?
The Cuban Gnatcatcher has a wingspan of 8.1 cm, weight of 5.0 g.
What order and family does the Cuban Gnatcatcher belong to?
The Cuban Gnatcatcher (Polioptila lembeyei) 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
Guianan Gnatcatcher
Polioptila guianensis
Least Concern