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Western Black-tailed Tityra
Tityra cayana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.4 cm
Weight
69.14999999999999 g
Family
Tityridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.4 cm | 9.2 in |
| Weight | 69.14999999999999 g | 2.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 18-21 days. Fledging: 20-30 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tityridae |
| Genus | Tityra |
| Species | Tityra cayana |
Distribution
Western Black-tailed Tityra has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Black-tailed Tityra endangered?
The Western Black-tailed Tityra has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Black-tailed Tityra nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 18-21 days. Fledging: 20-30 days.
How big is the Western Black-tailed Tityra?
The Western Black-tailed Tityra has a wingspan of 23.4 cm, weight of 69.14999999999999 g.
What order and family does the Western Black-tailed Tityra belong to?
The Western Black-tailed Tityra (Tityra cayana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tityridae.
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