African Broadbill
Smithornis capensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="smithornis-capensis"></birdfyi-bird>The African Broadbill (Smithornis capensis) is a bird species in the family Calyptomenidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14 cm and a weight of 23.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The African Broadbill weighs about 24g and inhabits forest undergrowth across sub-Saharan Africa. Males perform a remarkable circular display flight that produces a purring sound with their wings.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 14,0 cm | 5.5 in |
| Масса | 23,8 g | 0.84 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: PN.
Размер кладки
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Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Семейство | Calyptomenidae |
| Genus | Smithornis |
| Виды | Smithornis capensis |
Distribution
African Broadbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Calyptomenidae family