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Rufous Scrub-bird

Atrichornis rufescens

Endangered
Wingspan
12.6 cm
Weight
24.0 g
Family
Atrichornithidae
Order
Passeriformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 12.6 cm 5.0 in
Weight 24.0 g 0.85 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Endangered
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: DM. Incubation: 36-38 days. Fledging: 21-28 days.

Clutch Size

2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Atrichornithidae
Genus Atrichornis
Species Atrichornis rufescens

Distribution

Rufous Scrub-bird has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Rufous Scrub-bird endangered?
The Rufous Scrub-bird has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Rufous Scrub-bird nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 36-38 days. Fledging: 21-28 days.
How big is the Rufous Scrub-bird?
The Rufous Scrub-bird has a wingspan of 12.6 cm, weight of 24.0 g.
What order and family does the Rufous Scrub-bird belong to?
The Rufous Scrub-bird (Atrichornis rufescens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Atrichornithidae.

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