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Drakensberg Rockjumper
Chaetops aurantius
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
17.6 cm
Weight
52.125 g
Family
Chaetopidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Drakensberg Rockjumper (Chaetops aurantius) is a bird species in the family Chaetopidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.6 cm and a weight of 52.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.6 cm | 6.9 in |
| Weight | 52.125 g | 1.84 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Chaetopidae |
| Genus | Chaetops |
| Species | Chaetops aurantius |
Distribution
Drakensberg Rockjumper has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Drakensberg Rockjumper endangered?
The Drakensberg Rockjumper has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Drakensberg Rockjumper nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Drakensberg Rockjumper?
The Drakensberg Rockjumper has a wingspan of 17.6 cm, weight of 52.125 g.
What order and family does the Drakensberg Rockjumper belong to?
The Drakensberg Rockjumper (Chaetops aurantius) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Chaetopidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Chaetopidae family