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Grey Thornbill

Acanthiza cinerea

Least Concern
Wingspan
10.4 cm
Weight
7.666666666666667 g
Family
Acanthizidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Grey Thornbill (<em>Acanthiza cinerea</em>) is a small passerine belonging to the family Acanthizidae. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The species is associated with forest habitats, typically foraging in the lower strata of vegetation. Nesting and clutch size data are not available in current records, reflecting gaps in the documented breeding biology of this species. The Grey Thornbill is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN. Further ornithological research is needed to characterize its nest type, reproductive parameters, foraging behavior, and vocalizations across its range in New Guinea.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 10.4 cm 4.1 in
Weight 7.666666666666667 g 0.27 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Acanthizidae
Genus Acanthiza
Species Acanthiza cinerea

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Grey Thornbill endangered?
The Grey Thornbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Grey Thornbill?
The Grey Thornbill has a wingspan of 10.4 cm, weight of 7.666666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Grey Thornbill belong to?
The Grey Thornbill (Acanthiza cinerea) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Acanthizidae.

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