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Silvery-fronted Tapaculo
Scytalopus argentifrons
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.3 cm
Weight
15.825000000000001 g
Family
Rhinocryptidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.3 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 15.825000000000001 g | 0.56 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 | Rhinocryptidae |
| Genus | Scytalopus |
| Species | Scytalopus argentifrons |
Distribution
Silvery-fronted Tapaculo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Silvery-fronted Tapaculo endangered?
The Silvery-fronted Tapaculo has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Silvery-fronted Tapaculo?
The Silvery-fronted Tapaculo has a wingspan of 10.3 cm, weight of 15.825000000000001 g.
What order and family does the Silvery-fronted Tapaculo belong to?
The Silvery-fronted Tapaculo (Scytalopus argentifrons) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Rhinocryptidae.
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