Archer's Robin-chat
Dessonornis archeri
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Least Concern
Envergure
14,4 cm
Poids
23,0 g
Famille
Muscicapidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
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À propos
Archer's Robin-chat is a medium-sized robin-chat from the Horn of Africa, weighing about 23 grams with a wingspan near 14 cm. It inhabits dense scrub and thickets in arid and semi-arid environments, typically remaining well-hidden within vegetation. Like other robin-chats, it forages for insects on or near the ground and delivers a melodious song.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 14,4 cm | 5.7 in |
| Poids | 23,0 g | 0.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Dessonornis |
| Espèces | Dessonornis archeri |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Archer's Robin-chat endangered?
The Archer's Robin-chat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Archer's Robin-chat nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Archer's Robin-chat?
The Archer's Robin-chat has a wingspan of 14.4 cm, weight of 23.0 g.
What order and family does the Archer's Robin-chat belong to?
The Archer's Robin-chat (Dessonornis archeri) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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