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Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird
Sciaphylax castanea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.3 cm
Weight
16.5 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.3 cm | 4.4 in |
| Weight | 16.5 g | 0.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Sciaphylax |
| Species | Sciaphylax castanea |
Distribution
Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird endangered?
The Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird?
The Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird has a wingspan of 11.3 cm, weight of 16.5 g.
What order and family does the Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird belong to?
The Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird (Sciaphylax castanea) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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