Ashy Tailorbird
Orthotomus ruficeps
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<birdfyi-bird slug="orthotomus-ruficeps"></birdfyi-bird>The Ashy Tailorbird (Orthotomus ruficeps) is a bird species in the family Cisticolidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.5 cm and a weight of 8.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The Ashy Tailorbird is a small warbler-like bird found in mangroves, gardens, and coastal scrub across Southeast Asia. Weighing about 8.4g with a wingspan near 9.5cm, it has a rufous cap and ashy-grey body. Like other tailorbirds, it stitches leaves together to form its cup-shaped nest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 9,5 cm | 3.7 in |
| Poids | 8,4 g | 0.30 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Cisticolidae |
| Genus | Orthotomus |
| Espèces | Orthotomus ruficeps |
Distribution
Ashy Tailorbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Cisticolidae family