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Cape Rockjumper

Chaetops frenatus

Near Threatened
Wingspan
17.5 cm
Weight
53.6 g
Family
Chaetopidae
Order
Passeriformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 17.5 cm 6.9 in
Weight 53.6 g 1.89 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-21 days. Fledging: 18-21 days.

Clutch Size

2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Chaetopidae
Genus Chaetops
Species Chaetops frenatus

Distribution

Cape Rockjumper has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cape Rockjumper endangered?
The Cape Rockjumper has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Cape Rockjumper nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-21 days. Fledging: 18-21 days.
How big is the Cape Rockjumper?
The Cape Rockjumper has a wingspan of 17.5 cm, weight of 53.6 g.
What order and family does the Cape Rockjumper belong to?
The Cape Rockjumper (Chaetops frenatus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Chaetopidae.

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