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Black-crested Antshrike

Sakesphorus canadensis

Least Concern
翼開長
14.4 cm
体重
24.166666666666668 g
Thamnophilidae
Passeriformes

The Black-crested Antshrike (Sakesphorus canadensis) is a bird species in the family Thamnophilidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.4 cm and a weight of 24.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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について

The Black-crested Antshrike is a medium-sized antshrike of northern South American lowland forests and scrub, with males showing a prominent black crest, black-and-white patterned body, and a strong hooked bill. It ranges from Colombia, Venezuela, and Trinidad south to northern Brazil, inhabiting thickets, forest edges, and dense secondary growth. It feeds on large insects and spiders.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼開長 14.4 cm 5.7 in
体重 24.166666666666668 g 0.85 oz

Habitat & Range

保全状況

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行動と繁殖

営巣

Nest type: PN. Incubation: 14 days.

一腹卵数

2-3

分類学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Thamnophilidae
Genus Sakesphorus
Sakesphorus canadensis

Distribution

Black-crested Antshrike has been recorded in 3 countries.

生息あり Not recorded

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よくある質問

Is the Black-crested Antshrike endangered?
The Black-crested Antshrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-crested Antshrike nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 14 days.
How big is the Black-crested Antshrike?
The Black-crested Antshrike has a wingspan of 14.4 cm, weight of 24.166666666666668 g.
What order and family does the Black-crested Antshrike belong to?
The Black-crested Antshrike (Sakesphorus canadensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thamnophilidae.

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