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Western Kingbird
Tyrannus verticalis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
25.2 cm
Weight
40.75 g
Family
Tyrannidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Western Kingbird (Tyrannus verticalis) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 25.2 cm and a weight of 40.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.2 cm | 9.9 in |
| Weight | 40.75 g | 1.44 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-19 days. Fledging: 16 days.
Clutch Size
2-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Tyrannus |
| Species | Tyrannus verticalis |
Distribution
Western Kingbird has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Kingbird endangered?
The Western Kingbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Kingbird nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-19 days. Fledging: 16 days.
How big is the Western Kingbird?
The Western Kingbird has a wingspan of 25.2 cm, weight of 40.75 g.
What order and family does the Western Kingbird belong to?
The Western Kingbird (Tyrannus verticalis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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