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White-whiskered Spinetail

Synallaxis candei

Least Concern
Wingspan
11.7 cm
Weight
15.125 g
Family
Furnariidae
Order
Passeriformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 11.7 cm 4.6 in
Weight 15.125 g 0.53 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: SP.

Clutch Size

2-4

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Furnariidae (Ovenbirds)
Genus Synallaxis
Species Synallaxis candei

Distribution

White-whiskered Spinetail has been recorded in 3 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the White-whiskered Spinetail endangered?
The White-whiskered Spinetail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-whiskered Spinetail nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the White-whiskered Spinetail?
The White-whiskered Spinetail has a wingspan of 11.7 cm, weight of 15.125 g.
What order and family does the White-whiskered Spinetail belong to?
The White-whiskered Spinetail (Synallaxis candei) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Furnariidae.

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