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Black-tailed Cisticola
Cisticola melanurus
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Data Deficient
Wingspan
9.0 cm
Weight
8.875 g
Family
Cisticolidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.0 cm | 3.5 in |
| Weight | 8.875 g | 0.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Data Deficient
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cisticolidae |
| Genus | Cisticola |
| Species | Cisticola melanurus |
Distribution
Black-tailed Cisticola has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-tailed Cisticola endangered?
The Black-tailed Cisticola has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
How big is the Black-tailed Cisticola?
The Black-tailed Cisticola has a wingspan of 9.0 cm, weight of 8.875 g.
What order and family does the Black-tailed Cisticola belong to?
The Black-tailed Cisticola (Cisticola melanurus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cisticolidae.
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