Maranon Gnatcatcher

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Maranon Gnatcatcher (<em>Polioptila maior</em>) is a species of Gnatcatchers (<em>Polioptilidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Maranon Gnatcatcher (Polioptila maior) is a species of Gnatcatchers (Polioptilidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Polioptila; binomial: Polioptila maior; authority: Hellmayr, 1900.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Maranon Gnatcatcher Polioptila maior is split from Tropical Gnatcatcher Polioptila plumbea. It is morphologically, genetically, and vocally distinct and it lacks significant sexual dimorphism (Smith et al. 2018; del Hoyo & Collar 2016; HBW/BirdLife 2016).

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