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Long-billed Murrelet
Brachyramphus perdix
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
26.9 cm
Weight
308.0 g
Family
Alcidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Long-billed Murrelet, 26–28 cm, breeds remarkably far inland in old-growth forests of Siberia, nesting directly on mossy tree branches — no burrow. Sea-going for the rest of the year, wintering off eastern Asian coasts. Piscivore; dives for small fish. Near Threatened; nesting ecology unusual for alcids.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.9 cm | 10.6 in |
| Weight | 308.0 g | 10.86 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 27-40 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Alcidae (Auks & Puffins) |
| Genus | Brachyramphus |
| Species | Brachyramphus perdix |
Distribution
Long-billed Murrelet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-billed Murrelet endangered?
The Long-billed Murrelet has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Long-billed Murrelet nest?
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 27-40 days.
How big is the Long-billed Murrelet?
The Long-billed Murrelet has a wingspan of 26.9 cm, weight of 308.0 g.
What order and family does the Long-billed Murrelet belong to?
The Long-billed Murrelet (Brachyramphus perdix) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Alcidae.
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