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Banded Whiteface
Aphelocephala nigricincta
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Least Concern
Envergure
11,4 cm
Poids
10,5 g
Famille
Acanthizidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
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À propos
The Banded Whiteface is a small, plump bird of the family Acanthizidae found in arid scrubland of central Australia. Weighing about 10.5g with a wingspan of 11.4cm, it has a distinctive black band across the chest contrasting with its white face. It forages on the ground and in low shrubs for seeds and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 11,4 cm | 4.5 in |
| Poids | 10,5 g | 0.37 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SP.
Taille de la couvée
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Acanthizidae |
| Genus | Aphelocephala |
| Espèces | Aphelocephala nigricincta |
Distribution
Banded Whiteface has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Banded Whiteface endangered?
The Banded Whiteface has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Banded Whiteface nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the Banded Whiteface?
The Banded Whiteface has a wingspan of 11.4 cm, weight of 10.5 g.
What order and family does the Banded Whiteface belong to?
The Banded Whiteface (Aphelocephala nigricincta) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Acanthizidae.
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