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Black-tailed Gnatcatcher
Polioptila melanura
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.6 cm
Weight
5.266666666666667 g
Family
Polioptilidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.6 cm | 3.8 in |
| Weight | 5.266666666666667 g | 0.19 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 14 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Polioptilidae |
| Genus | Polioptila |
| Species | Polioptila melanura |
Distribution
Black-tailed Gnatcatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-tailed Gnatcatcher endangered?
The Black-tailed Gnatcatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-tailed Gnatcatcher nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 14 days.
How big is the Black-tailed Gnatcatcher?
The Black-tailed Gnatcatcher has a wingspan of 9.6 cm, weight of 5.266666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Black-tailed Gnatcatcher belong to?
The Black-tailed Gnatcatcher (Polioptila melanura) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Polioptilidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Polioptilidae family
Black-capped Gnatcatcher
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Blue-grey Gnatcatcher
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Least Concern
California Gnatcatcher
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Least Concern
Chattering Gnatwren
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Not Evaluated
Collared Gnatwren
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Creamy-bellied Gnatcatcher
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Least Concern
Cuban Gnatcatcher
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Least Concern
Guianan Gnatcatcher
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