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Spiny-faced Antshrike

Xenornis setifrons

Near Threatened
Wingspan
14.0 cm
Weight
24.8 g
Family
Thamnophilidae
Order
Passeriformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 14.0 cm 5.5 in
Weight 24.8 g 0.87 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
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 Xenornis
Species Xenornis setifrons

Distribution

Spiny-faced Antshrike has been recorded in 3 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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External Databases

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Spiny-faced Antshrike endangered?
The Spiny-faced Antshrike has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Spiny-faced Antshrike nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Spiny-faced Antshrike?
The Spiny-faced Antshrike has a wingspan of 14.0 cm, weight of 24.8 g.
What order and family does the Spiny-faced Antshrike belong to?
The Spiny-faced Antshrike (Xenornis setifrons) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.

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