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Thick-billed Grasswren
Amytornis modestus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.4 cm
Weight
21.900000000000002 g
Family
Maluridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.4 cm | 4.9 in |
| Weight | 21.900000000000002 g | 0.77 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,DM. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 10-14 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Maluridae (Fairywrens) |
| Genus | Amytornis |
| Species | Amytornis modestus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Thick-billed Grasswren endangered?
The Thick-billed Grasswren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Thick-billed Grasswren nest?
Nest type: CP,DM. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 10-14 days.
How big is the Thick-billed Grasswren?
The Thick-billed Grasswren has a wingspan of 12.4 cm, weight of 21.900000000000002 g.
What order and family does the Thick-billed Grasswren belong to?
The Thick-billed Grasswren (Amytornis modestus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Maluridae.
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