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Silver-backed Butcherbird
Cracticus argenteus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
29.0 cm
Weight
91.2 g
Family
Artamidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.0 cm | 11.4 in |
| Weight | 91.2 g | 3.22 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Artamidae (Woodswallows) |
| Genus | Cracticus |
| Species | Cracticus argenteus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Silver-backed Butcherbird endangered?
The Silver-backed Butcherbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Silver-backed Butcherbird nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Silver-backed Butcherbird?
The Silver-backed Butcherbird has a wingspan of 29.0 cm, weight of 91.2 g.
What order and family does the Silver-backed Butcherbird belong to?
The Silver-backed Butcherbird (Cracticus argenteus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Artamidae.
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