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Black-backed Antshrike
Thamnophilus melanonotus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.2 cm
Weight
24.75 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Black-backed Antshrike is a medium-sized antshrike of lowland forest and forest edges in northern South America, from Colombia to Trinidad. Males have a black back contrasting with barred black and white underparts, while females are rufous-brown. It forages in dense undergrowth for large insects and arthropods.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.2 cm | 6.0 in |
| Weight | 24.75 g | 0.87 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Thamnophilus |
| Species | Thamnophilus melanonotus |
Distribution
Black-backed Antshrike has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-backed Antshrike endangered?
The Black-backed Antshrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-backed Antshrike nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Black-backed Antshrike?
The Black-backed Antshrike has a wingspan of 15.2 cm, weight of 24.75 g.
What order and family does the Black-backed Antshrike belong to?
The Black-backed Antshrike (Thamnophilus melanonotus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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