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Kinglet Calyptura
Calyptura cristata (Vieillot, 1818)
7.5–8 cmLength7.8 gWeight
The kinglet calyptura (Calyptura cristata) is a small Critically Endangered passerine bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers.
Where and when it's recorded
No records at the public birding hotspots we track. It may be rare, remote, or its locations protected.
About
The kinglet calyptura (Calyptura cristata) is a small Critically Endangered passerine bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is endemic to southeastern Brazil.
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Questions
How big is the Kinglet Calyptura?
The Kinglet Calyptura is about 7.5–8 cm long and weighs around 7.8 g.
Where does the Kinglet Calyptura live?
Its breeding range: South America: southeastern Brazil.
Is the Kinglet Calyptura endangered?
The IUCN Red List classifies the Kinglet Calyptura as Critically Endangered.
What does the Kinglet Calyptura eat?
Main food: Omnivore.
What family is the Kinglet Calyptura in?
It belongs to the family Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura (Tyrannidae), order Passerines (Passeriformes).
At a glance
- Length
- 7.5–8 cm
- Weight
- 7.8 g
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifestyle
- Perches in trees
- Conservation
- Critically Endangered
More measurements
- Wing
- 48 mm
- Tail
- 23 mm
- Bill
- 8 mm
- Tarsus
- 15 mm
Averages from the AVONET dataset; length from field guides where available.
Range
South America: southeastern Brazil
Breeding range, IOC World Bird List 15.2
Classification
- Order
- Passerines Passeriformes
- Family
- Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura Tyrannidae
- Genus
- Calyptura
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