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Jamaican Spindalis
Spindalis nigricephala
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.0 cm
Weight
50.75 g
Family
Spindalidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Jamaican Spindalis (Spindalis nigricephala) is a bird species in the family Spindalidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19 cm and a weight of 50.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.0 cm | 7.5 in |
| Weight | 50.75 g | 1.79 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Spindalidae |
| Genus | Spindalis |
| Species | Spindalis nigricephala |
Distribution
Jamaican Spindalis has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Jamaican Spindalis endangered?
The Jamaican Spindalis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Jamaican Spindalis nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Jamaican Spindalis?
The Jamaican Spindalis has a wingspan of 19.0 cm, weight of 50.75 g.
What order and family does the Jamaican Spindalis belong to?
The Jamaican Spindalis (Spindalis nigricephala) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Spindalidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Spindalidae family