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Silvery-cheeked Antshrike
Sakesphorus cristatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.4 cm
Weight
16.9 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.4 cm | 5.3 in |
| Weight | 16.9 g | 0.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Sakesphorus |
| Species | Sakesphorus cristatus |
Distribution
Silvery-cheeked Antshrike has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Silvery-cheeked Antshrike endangered?
The Silvery-cheeked Antshrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Silvery-cheeked Antshrike?
The Silvery-cheeked Antshrike has a wingspan of 13.4 cm, weight of 16.9 g.
What order and family does the Silvery-cheeked Antshrike belong to?
The Silvery-cheeked Antshrike (Sakesphorus cristatus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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