Striated Thornbill
Acanthiza lineata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="acanthiza-lineata"></birdfyi-bird>The Striated Thornbill (Acanthiza lineata) is a bird species in the family Acanthizidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.3 cm and a weight of 7.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Striated Thornbill (<em>Acanthiza lineata</em>) is a small insectivorous passerine in the family Acanthizidae, native to southeastern Australia. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. It is typically associated with forest habitats, often found foraging actively in the foliage of eucalypts. The species constructs a domed nest (DM type); clutch size ranges from 2 to 4 eggs, with incubation lasting 11–17 days and fledging at 18–20 days. The Striated Thornbill is assessed as Least Concern by the IUCN. Research indicates it is a common and often gregarious bird frequently encountered in eucalypt forests and woodlands of southeastern Australia.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.3 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 7.166666666666667 g | 0.25 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 11-17 days. Fledging: 18-20 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Acanthizidae |
| Genus | Acanthiza |
| Species | Acanthiza lineata |
Distribution
Striated Thornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Other species in the Acanthizidae family