Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher
Melaenornis chocolatinus
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Least Concern
Envergure
16,6 cm
Poids
23,5 g
Famille
Muscicapidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
À propos
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher weighs around 24g and inhabits highland forests of Ethiopia and Eritrea. It perches upright on branches, sallying out to catch insects in the air.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 16,6 cm | 6.5 in |
| Poids | 23,5 g | 0.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Melaenornis |
| Espèces | Melaenornis chocolatinus |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher endangered?
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher?
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher has a wingspan of 16.6 cm, weight of 23.5 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher belong to?
The Abyssinian Slaty-flycatcher (Melaenornis chocolatinus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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