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Slate-throated Gnatcatcher
Polioptila schistaceigula
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.0 cm
Weight
6.0 g
Family
Polioptilidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Slate-throated Gnatcatcher (Polioptila schistaceigula) is a bird species in the family Polioptilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9 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 | 9.0 cm | 3.5 in |
| Weight | 6.0 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 schistaceigula |
Distribution
Slate-throated Gnatcatcher has been recorded in 3 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Slate-throated Gnatcatcher endangered?
The Slate-throated Gnatcatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Slate-throated Gnatcatcher?
The Slate-throated Gnatcatcher has a wingspan of 9.0 cm, weight of 6.0 g.
What order and family does the Slate-throated Gnatcatcher belong to?
The Slate-throated Gnatcatcher (Polioptila schistaceigula) 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