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Great Bowerbird
Chlamydera nuchalis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
34.6 cm
Weight
203.25 g
Family
Ptilonorhynchidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Great Bowerbird (Chlamydera nuchalis) is a bird species in the family Ptilonorhynchidae (bowerbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.6 cm and a weight of 203.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 34.6 cm | 13.6 in |
| Weight | 203.25 g | 7.17 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 14-21 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ptilonorhynchidae (Bowerbirds) |
| Genus | Chlamydera |
| Species | Chlamydera nuchalis |
Distribution
Great Bowerbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Great Bowerbird endangered?
The Great Bowerbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Great Bowerbird nest?
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 14-21 days.
How big is the Great Bowerbird?
The Great Bowerbird has a wingspan of 34.6 cm, weight of 203.25 g.
What order and family does the Great Bowerbird belong to?
The Great Bowerbird (Chlamydera nuchalis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ptilonorhynchidae.
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