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Common Scale-backed Antbird
Willisornis poecilinotus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.1 cm
Weight
17.716666666666665 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.1 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 17.716666666666665 g | 0.62 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thamnophilidae |
| Genus | Willisornis |
| Species | Willisornis poecilinotus |
Distribution
Common Scale-backed Antbird has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Common Scale-backed Antbird endangered?
The Common Scale-backed Antbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Common Scale-backed Antbird nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Common Scale-backed Antbird?
The Common Scale-backed Antbird has a wingspan of 13.1 cm, weight of 17.716666666666665 g.
What order and family does the Common Scale-backed Antbird belong to?
The Common Scale-backed Antbird (Willisornis poecilinotus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.
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Least Concern
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