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Turquoise Tanager
Tangara mexicana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.0 cm
Weight
21.0 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14 cm and a weight of 21 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.0 cm | 5.5 in |
| Weight | 21.0 g | 0.74 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-14 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Tangara |
| Species | Tangara mexicana |
Distribution
Turquoise Tanager has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Turquoise Tanager endangered?
The Turquoise Tanager has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Turquoise Tanager nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-14 days.
How big is the Turquoise Tanager?
The Turquoise Tanager has a wingspan of 14.0 cm, weight of 21.0 g.
What order and family does the Turquoise Tanager belong to?
The Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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