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Black-and-tawny Seedeater
Sporophila nigrorufa
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
9.8 cm
Weight
10.8 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
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About
The Black-and-tawny Seedeater is a vulnerable small seedeater of tall-grass savannas and grasslands in Bolivia and adjacent Brazil. Males have a black crown and mask contrasting with tawny-orange underparts. It feeds on grass seeds and is threatened by grassland conversion to agriculture.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.8 cm | 3.9 in |
| Weight | 10.8 g | 0.38 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Sporophila |
| Species | Sporophila nigrorufa |
Distribution
Black-and-tawny Seedeater has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-and-tawny Seedeater endangered?
The Black-and-tawny Seedeater has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Black-and-tawny Seedeater?
The Black-and-tawny Seedeater has a wingspan of 9.8 cm, weight of 10.8 g.
What order and family does the Black-and-tawny Seedeater belong to?
The Black-and-tawny Seedeater (Sporophila nigrorufa) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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