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Western Crested-flycatcher
Trochocercus nitens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.9 cm
Weight
12.266666666666666 g
Family
Monarchidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.9 cm | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 12.266666666666666 g | 0.43 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 12 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Monarchidae (Monarch Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Trochocercus |
| Species | Trochocercus nitens |
Distribution
Western Crested-flycatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Crested-flycatcher endangered?
The Western Crested-flycatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Crested-flycatcher nest?
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 12 days.
How big is the Western Crested-flycatcher?
The Western Crested-flycatcher has a wingspan of 12.9 cm, weight of 12.266666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Western Crested-flycatcher belong to?
The Western Crested-flycatcher (Trochocercus nitens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Monarchidae.
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