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Himalayan Rubythroat
Calliope pectoralis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.2 cm
Weight
23.175 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Himalayan Rubythroat (Calliope pectoralis) is a bird species in the family Muscicapidae (old world flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.2 cm and a weight of 23.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.2 cm | 5.6 in |
| Weight | 23.175 g | 0.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Calliope |
| Species | Calliope pectoralis |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Himalayan Rubythroat endangered?
The Himalayan Rubythroat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Himalayan Rubythroat nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the Himalayan Rubythroat?
The Himalayan Rubythroat has a wingspan of 14.2 cm, weight of 23.175 g.
What order and family does the Himalayan Rubythroat belong to?
The Himalayan Rubythroat (Calliope pectoralis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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