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Short-legged Ground-roller
Brachypteracias leptosomus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
27.5 cm
Weight
177.75 g
Family
Brachypteraciidae
Order
Coraciiformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.5 cm | 10.8 in |
| Weight | 177.75 g | 6.27 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 22-26 days. Fledging: 30 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Brachypteraciidae |
| Genus | Brachypteracias |
| Species | Brachypteracias leptosomus |
Distribution
Short-legged Ground-roller has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Short-legged Ground-roller endangered?
The Short-legged Ground-roller has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Short-legged Ground-roller nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 22-26 days. Fledging: 30 days.
How big is the Short-legged Ground-roller?
The Short-legged Ground-roller has a wingspan of 27.5 cm, weight of 177.75 g.
What order and family does the Short-legged Ground-roller belong to?
The Short-legged Ground-roller (Brachypteracias leptosomus) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Brachypteraciidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Brachypteraciidae family