Yellow-rumped Thornbill
Acanthiza chrysorrhoa
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<birdfyi-bird slug="acanthiza-chrysorrhoa"></birdfyi-bird>The Yellow-rumped Thornbill (Acanthiza chrysorrhoa) is a bird species in the family Acanthizidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.7 cm and a weight of 9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Yellow-rumped Thornbill (<em>Acanthiza chrysorrhoa</em>) is a small passerine in the family Acanthizidae, endemic to Australia. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. Specific habitat associations for this species are not recorded in the available data; however, members of this genus typically favor open woodland and scrub. The species builds a domed nest (DM type); clutch size ranges from 2 to 5 eggs, with incubation lasting 16–18 days and fledging occurring at 17–21 days. The Yellow-rumped Thornbill is assessed as Least Concern by the IUCN. Research indicates it is one of the more familiar thornbills encountered across southeastern Australia.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.7 cm | 4.6 in |
| Weight | 9.033333333333333 g | 0.32 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 16-18 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Acanthizidae |
| Genus | Acanthiza |
| Species | Acanthiza chrysorrhoa |
Distribution
Yellow-rumped Thornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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