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Red-capped Robin-chat

Cossypha natalensis

Least Concern
Wingspan
18.2 cm
Weight
31.75 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes

The Red-capped Robin-chat (Cossypha natalensis) is a bird species in the family Muscicapidae (old world flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.2 cm and a weight of 31.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 18.2 cm 7.2 in
Weight 31.75 g 1.12 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 11-17 days.

Clutch Size

2-4

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers)
Genus Cossypha
Species Cossypha natalensis

Distribution

Red-capped Robin-chat has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Red-capped Robin-chat endangered?
The Red-capped Robin-chat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Red-capped Robin-chat nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 11-17 days.
How big is the Red-capped Robin-chat?
The Red-capped Robin-chat has a wingspan of 18.2 cm, weight of 31.75 g.
What order and family does the Red-capped Robin-chat belong to?
The Red-capped Robin-chat (Cossypha natalensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.

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