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Southern Anteater-Chat

Myrmecocichla formicivora

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Muscicapidae ›Genus: Myrmecocichla

About

The ant-eating chat or southern anteater-chat (Myrmecocichla formicivora) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is found in Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Anteater-Chat?
The scientific name of Southern Anteater-Chat is Myrmecocichla formicivora.
What is the conservation status of Southern Anteater-Chat?
The Southern Anteater-Chat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Southern Anteater-Chat belong to?
Southern Anteater-Chat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Southern Anteater-Chat belong to?
Southern Anteater-Chat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Southern Anteater-Chat belong to?
Southern Anteater-Chat belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Southern Anteater-Chat belong to?
Southern Anteater-Chat belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Southern Anteater-Chat belong to?
Southern Anteater-Chat belongs to the family Muscicapidae.
What genus does Southern Anteater-Chat belong to?
Southern Anteater-Chat belongs to the genus Myrmecocichla.