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Mottle-backed Elaenia
Elaenia gigas
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Least Concern
Envergure
17,9 cm
Poids
31,0 g
Famille
Tyrannidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Mottle-backed Elaenia (Elaenia gigas) is a bird species in the family Tyrannidae (tyrant flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.9 cm and a weight of 31 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 17,9 cm | 7.0 in |
| Poids | 31,0 g | 1.09 oz |
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Elaenia |
| Espèces | Elaenia gigas |
Distribution
Mottle-backed Elaenia has been recorded in 3 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Mottle-backed Elaenia endangered?
The Mottle-backed Elaenia has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Mottle-backed Elaenia nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Mottle-backed Elaenia?
The Mottle-backed Elaenia has a wingspan of 17.9 cm, weight of 31.0 g.
What order and family does the Mottle-backed Elaenia belong to?
The Mottle-backed Elaenia (Elaenia gigas) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.
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