About the Dapple-throat
The dapple-throat is a species of bird in the small African family Modulatricidae. Other common names include dappled mountain robin and dappled mountain greenbul. It is native to Mozambique and Tanzania. This is the only species in the monotypic genus Arcanator.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Dapple-throat and Allies (Modulatricidae) |
| Species | Arcanator orostruthus |
| Species Codes | dapthr1, DATH |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dapple-throat belong to?
The Dapple-throat (Arcanator orostruthus) belongs to the Dapple-throat and Allies family (Modulatricidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Dapple-throat?
The Dapple-throat is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Dapple-throat?
The dapple-throat is a species of bird in the small African family Modulatricidae. Other common names include dappled mountain robin and dappled mountain greenbul. It is native to Mozambique and Tanzania. This is the only species in the monotypic genus Arcanator....
Where can I report a Dapple-throat sighting?
You can log sightings of Dapple-throat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dapthr1, or on iNaturalist.
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