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Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

Least Concern
翼展
17.3 cm
体重
18.75 g
Tyrannidae
Passeriformes
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The Black Phoebe is a medium-sized flycatcher with sooty-black plumage except for a white belly and vent, and a characteristic erect, upright posture. It is found throughout western North America south through Central and South America to Argentina, invariably near permanent water such as streams, ponds, and coastal areas. It feeds on flying insects caught in low, acrobatic sallies over water or ground.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 17.3 cm 6.8 in
体重 18.75 g 0.66 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-17 days. Fledging: 14-21 days.

产卵数

1-6

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers)
Genus Sayornis
物种 Sayornis nigricans

Distribution

Black Phoebe has been recorded in 4 countries.

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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

Is the Black Phoebe endangered?
The Black Phoebe has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Phoebe nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-17 days. Fledging: 14-21 days.
How big is the Black Phoebe?
The Black Phoebe has a wingspan of 17.3 cm, weight of 18.75 g.
What order and family does the Black Phoebe belong to?
The Black Phoebe (Sayornis nigricans) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.

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