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Blue-and-black Tanager
Tangara vassorii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.9 cm
Weight
17.0 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.9 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 17.0 g | 0.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Tangara |
| Species | Tangara vassorii |
Distribution
Blue-and-black Tanager has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue-and-black Tanager endangered?
The Blue-and-black Tanager has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blue-and-black Tanager nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Blue-and-black Tanager?
The Blue-and-black Tanager has a wingspan of 14.9 cm, weight of 17.0 g.
What order and family does the Blue-and-black Tanager belong to?
The Blue-and-black Tanager (Tangara vassorii) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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