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Black-headed Gonolek

Laniarius erythrogaster

Least Concern
Rentang Sayap
19,4 cm
Berat
49,0 g
Famili
Malaconotidae
Ordo
Passeriformes

The Black-headed Gonolek (Laniarius erythrogaster) is a bird species in the family Malaconotidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.4 cm and a weight of 49 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Tentang

The Black-headed Gonolek is a striking bushshrike with a jet-black head, back, and wings contrasting dramatically with its vivid crimson-red underparts. It inhabits dense papyrus swamps, riverside thickets, and reed beds of east-central Africa, particularly around the Great Lakes region. It feeds on insects and small invertebrates, remaining hidden in dense vegetation and communicating with loud, melodious duets.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Rentang Sayap 19,4 cm 7.6 in
Berat 49,0 g 1.73 oz

Habitat & Range

Status Konservasi

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Perilaku & Berkembang Biak

Bersarang

Nest type: CP.

Ukuran Sarang

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Taksonomi

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordo Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famili Malaconotidae
Genus Laniarius
Spesies Laniarius erythrogaster

Distribution

Black-headed Gonolek has been recorded in 1 countries.

Hadir Not recorded

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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

Is the Black-headed Gonolek endangered?
The Black-headed Gonolek has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-headed Gonolek nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black-headed Gonolek?
The Black-headed Gonolek has a wingspan of 19.4 cm, weight of 49.0 g.
What order and family does the Black-headed Gonolek belong to?
The Black-headed Gonolek (Laniarius erythrogaster) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Malaconotidae.

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