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Tityridae
(Tityras and allies) |
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Order Passeriformes 29 species in 7 genera
Size: Between 12 cm (Barred Becard, Pachyramphus versicolor) and 21 cm (Masked Tityra, Tityra semifasciata).
Distribution: Neotropical Region. Not migratory.
Habitat: Different type of forestal areas, generally open ones.
Feeding: Insects and fruits. Some species can occasionally feed on small vertebrates.
Breeding: Depending on the species, cavities in trees (natural ones or old picid nests), open cups or closed chambers. 2-5 eggs. Incubation around 20 days. Nestling period 20-30 days.
Threat status:1 threatened species (Endangered). [+info] |
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