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Red-backed Mousebird
Colius castanotus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.1 cm
Weight
60.5 g
Family
Coliidae
Order
Coliiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.1 cm | 7.5 in |
| Weight | 60.5 g | 2.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coliiformes (Mousebirds) |
| Family | Coliidae (Mousebirds) |
| Genus | Colius |
| Species | Colius castanotus |
Distribution
Red-backed Mousebird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Red-backed Mousebird endangered?
The Red-backed Mousebird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Red-backed Mousebird nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Red-backed Mousebird?
The Red-backed Mousebird has a wingspan of 19.1 cm, weight of 60.5 g.
What order and family does the Red-backed Mousebird belong to?
The Red-backed Mousebird (Colius castanotus) belongs to the order Coliiformes and the family Coliidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Coliidae family