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Bahia Wagtail-tyrant
Stigmatura bahiae
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.6 cm
Weight
8.45 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Bahia Wagtail-tyrant is a small flycatcher found in caatinga and dry scrub habitats of northeastern Brazil, weighing about 8.45g with a wingspan of 10.6cm. It has a long tail often wagged conspicuously and forages for insects in open shrubby habitats. It is one of several passerines endemic to the caatinga biome.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.6 cm | 4.2 in |
| Weight | 8.45 g | 0.30 oz |
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 | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Stigmatura |
| Species | Stigmatura bahiae |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bahia Wagtail-tyrant endangered?
The Bahia Wagtail-tyrant has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bahia Wagtail-tyrant nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Bahia Wagtail-tyrant?
The Bahia Wagtail-tyrant has a wingspan of 10.6 cm, weight of 8.45 g.
What order and family does the Bahia Wagtail-tyrant belong to?
The Bahia Wagtail-tyrant (Stigmatura bahiae) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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