Atlantic Woodcreeper

Atlantic Woodcreeper

Xiphorhynchus atlanticus

Vulnerable
Wingspan
17.8 cm
Weight
21.8 g
Family
Furnariidae
Order
Passeriformes
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The Atlantic Woodcreeper is a Vulnerable furnariid found in the Atlantic Forest of northeastern Brazil. Weighing about 21.8g with a wingspan of 17.8cm, it has streaked brown plumage and uses its curved bill to probe bark for insects. Ongoing deforestation in the Caatinga transition zone threatens its remaining populations.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 17.8 cm 7.0 in
Weight 21.8 g 0.77 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Furnariidae (Ovenbirds)
Genus Xiphorhynchus
Species Xiphorhynchus atlanticus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Atlantic Woodcreeper endangered?
The Atlantic Woodcreeper has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Atlantic Woodcreeper?
The Atlantic Woodcreeper has a wingspan of 17.8 cm, weight of 21.8 g.
What order and family does the Atlantic Woodcreeper belong to?
The Atlantic Woodcreeper (Xiphorhynchus atlanticus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Furnariidae.

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