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Little Woodswallow
Artamus minor
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Least Concern
Wingspan
20.5 cm
Weight
17.0 g
Family
Artamidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Little Woodswallow (Artamus minor) is a bird species in the family Artamidae (woodswallows), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.5 cm and a weight of 17 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.5 cm | 8.1 in |
| Weight | 17.0 g | 0.60 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Fledging: 16-20 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Artamidae (Woodswallows) |
| Genus | Artamus |
| Species | Artamus minor |
Distribution
Little Woodswallow has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Little Woodswallow endangered?
The Little Woodswallow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Little Woodswallow nest?
Nest type: HC. Fledging: 16-20 days.
How big is the Little Woodswallow?
The Little Woodswallow has a wingspan of 20.5 cm, weight of 17.0 g.
What order and family does the Little Woodswallow belong to?
The Little Woodswallow (Artamus minor) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Artamidae.
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