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Wing-barred Seedeater
Sporophila americana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.7 cm
Weight
12.0 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Wing-barred Seedeater (Sporophila americana) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.7 cm and a weight of 12 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.7 cm | 4.2 in |
| Weight | 12.0 g | 0.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Sporophila |
| Species | Sporophila americana |
Distribution
Wing-barred Seedeater has been recorded in 3 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Wing-barred Seedeater endangered?
The Wing-barred Seedeater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Wing-barred Seedeater nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Wing-barred Seedeater?
The Wing-barred Seedeater has a wingspan of 10.7 cm, weight of 12.0 g.
What order and family does the Wing-barred Seedeater belong to?
The Wing-barred Seedeater (Sporophila americana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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