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Great Antshrike
Taraba major
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.1 cm
Weight
62.083333333333336 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Great Antshrike (Taraba major) is a bird species in the family Thamnophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.1 cm and a weight of 62.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.1 cm | 7.1 in |
| Weight | 62.083333333333336 g | 2.19 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 17-18 days. Fledging: 12-13 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Taraba |
| Species | Taraba major |
Distribution
Great Antshrike has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Great Antshrike endangered?
The Great Antshrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Great Antshrike nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 17-18 days. Fledging: 12-13 days.
How big is the Great Antshrike?
The Great Antshrike has a wingspan of 18.1 cm, weight of 62.083333333333336 g.
What order and family does the Great Antshrike belong to?
The Great Antshrike (Taraba major) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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Amazonian Antshrike
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Least Concern
Aripuana Antwren
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