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Blue-black Grassquit
Volatinia jacarina
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.6 cm
Weight
10.0 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Blue-black Grassquit (Volatinia jacarina) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.6 cm and a weight of 10 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.6 cm | 3.8 in |
| Weight | 10.0 g | 0.35 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 9 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Volatinia |
| Species | Volatinia jacarina |
Distribution
Blue-black Grassquit has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue-black Grassquit endangered?
The Blue-black Grassquit has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blue-black Grassquit nest?
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 9 days.
How big is the Blue-black Grassquit?
The Blue-black Grassquit has a wingspan of 9.6 cm, weight of 10.0 g.
What order and family does the Blue-black Grassquit belong to?
The Blue-black Grassquit (Volatinia jacarina) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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