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Black-crowned Tityra

Tityra inquisitor

Least Concern
Wingspan
21.1 cm
Weight
51.9 g
Family
Tityridae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Black-crowned Tityra is a medium-sized, striking bird of tropical forests in Central and South America, with males showing a white body contrasting with a black crown and face mask, and a short red bill. It ranges from southern Mexico through Central America and across much of South America to Bolivia and Brazil, inhabiting forest canopy and edges. It feeds on small fruits and berries.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 21.1 cm 8.3 in
Weight 51.9 g 1.83 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 inquisitor

Distribution

Black-crowned Tityra has been recorded in 4 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black-crowned Tityra endangered?
The Black-crowned Tityra has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-crowned Tityra nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 18-21 days. Fledging: 20-30 days.
How big is the Black-crowned Tityra?
The Black-crowned Tityra has a wingspan of 21.1 cm, weight of 51.9 g.
What order and family does the Black-crowned Tityra belong to?
The Black-crowned Tityra (Tityra inquisitor) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tityridae.

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