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Black-and-white Monjita

Xolmis dominicanus

Vulnerable
翼展
22.4 cm
体重
42.675 g
Tyrannidae
Passeriformes

关于

The Black-and-white Monjita is a vulnerable flycatcher of open grasslands, marshes, and agricultural land in southeastern South America. Males are boldly patterned in black and white and are conspicuous as they perch on fence posts and low shrubs. It is threatened by the conversion of native grasslands to crops and eucalyptus plantations.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 22.4 cm 8.8 in
体重 42.675 g 1.51 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days.

产卵数

3-4

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Tyrannidae (Tyrant Flycatchers)
Genus Xolmis
物种 Xolmis dominicanus

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常见问题

Is the Black-and-white Monjita endangered?
The Black-and-white Monjita has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Black-and-white Monjita nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days.
How big is the Black-and-white Monjita?
The Black-and-white Monjita has a wingspan of 22.4 cm, weight of 42.675 g.
What order and family does the Black-and-white Monjita belong to?
The Black-and-white Monjita (Xolmis dominicanus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tyrannidae.

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