About the Oleaginous Hemispingus
The oleaginous hemispingus is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It inhabits wet montane rainforests at elevations of 1,400–2,700 m (4,600–8,900 ft). It is 14 cm (5.5 in) long and weighs 14–20 g (0.5–0.7 oz) on average. It has dull yellow underparts and olive-green upperparts. It is classified as being of least concern by the IUCN.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Sphenopsis frontalis |
| Species Codes | olehem1, OLHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Oleaginous Hemispingus belong to?
The Oleaginous Hemispingus (Sphenopsis frontalis) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Oleaginous Hemispingus?
The oleaginous hemispingus is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It inhabits wet montane rainforests at elevations of 1,400–2,700 m (4,600–8,900 ft). It is 14 cm (5.5 in) long and weighs 14–20 g (0.5–0.7 oz) on average. It has dull yell...
Where can I report a Oleaginous Hemispingus sighting?
You can log sightings of Oleaginous Hemispingus on eBird (ebird.org) using species code olehem1, or on iNaturalist.
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