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Brasilia Tapaculo
Scytalopus novacapitalis
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Endangered
Wingspan
10.3 cm
Weight
18.075 g
Family
Rhinocryptidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Brasilia Tapaculo (Scytalopus novacapitalis) is a bird species in the family Rhinocryptidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.3 cm and a weight of 18.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.3 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 18.075 g | 0.64 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Rhinocryptidae |
| Genus | Scytalopus |
| Species | Scytalopus novacapitalis |
Distribution
Brasilia Tapaculo has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brasilia Tapaculo endangered?
The Brasilia Tapaculo has a conservation status of Endangered.
How big is the Brasilia Tapaculo?
The Brasilia Tapaculo has a wingspan of 10.3 cm, weight of 18.075 g.
What order and family does the Brasilia Tapaculo belong to?
The Brasilia Tapaculo (Scytalopus novacapitalis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Rhinocryptidae.
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