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Brown-backed Scrub-robin
Cercotrichas hartlaubi
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.5 cm
Weight
18.8 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.5 cm | 4.9 in |
| Weight | 18.8 g | 0.66 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 14-15 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Cercotrichas |
| Species | Cercotrichas hartlaubi |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brown-backed Scrub-robin endangered?
The Brown-backed Scrub-robin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Brown-backed Scrub-robin nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 14-15 days.
How big is the Brown-backed Scrub-robin?
The Brown-backed Scrub-robin has a wingspan of 12.5 cm, weight of 18.8 g.
What order and family does the Brown-backed Scrub-robin belong to?
The Brown-backed Scrub-robin (Cercotrichas hartlaubi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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