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Rusty Sparrow
Aimophila rufescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.7 cm
Weight
37.85 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Rusty Sparrow (Aimophila rufescens) is a bird species in the family Passerellidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.7 cm and a weight of 37.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.7 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 37.85 g | 1.34 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Aimophila |
| Species | Aimophila rufescens |
Distribution
Rusty Sparrow has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rusty Sparrow endangered?
The Rusty Sparrow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Rusty Sparrow nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Rusty Sparrow?
The Rusty Sparrow has a wingspan of 14.7 cm, weight of 37.85 g.
What order and family does the Rusty Sparrow belong to?
The Rusty Sparrow (Aimophila rufescens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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