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Grass Wren
Cistothorus platensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.1 cm
Weight
10.316666666666666 g
Family
Troglodytidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Grass Wren (Cistothorus platensis) is a bird species in the family Troglodytidae (wrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.1 cm and a weight of 10.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.1 cm | 3.6 in |
| Weight | 10.316666666666666 g | 0.36 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 14-18 days. Fledging: 12-19 days.
Clutch Size
2-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Troglodytidae (Wrens) |
| Genus | Cistothorus |
| Species | Cistothorus platensis |
Distribution
Grass Wren has been recorded in 5 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grass Wren endangered?
The Grass Wren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Grass Wren nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 14-18 days. Fledging: 12-19 days.
How big is the Grass Wren?
The Grass Wren has a wingspan of 9.1 cm, weight of 10.316666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Grass Wren belong to?
The Grass Wren (Cistothorus platensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Troglodytidae.
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