Yucatan Gnatcatcher

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

Overview

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

Scientific Classification

Genus: Polioptila; binomial: Polioptila albiventris; authority: Lawrence, 1885.

Distribution

Breeding range: Middle America.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Split (9.2) of Yucatan Gnatcatcher P. albiventris from White-lored Gnatcatcher is based on genetic and vocal distinctions (Smith et al. 2018; NACC 2019-C-7, 2019-E-6a).

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