Abyssinian Citril
Crithagra citrinelloides
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.3 cm
Weight
13.899999999999999 g
Family
Fringillidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Abyssinian Citril is a small finch weighing around 14g found in the highlands of Ethiopia and Eritrea. It frequents forest edges and scrubby hillsides, feeding on seeds and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.3 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 13.899999999999999 g | 0.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 15 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Crithagra |
| Species | Crithagra citrinelloides |
Distribution
Abyssinian Citril has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Abyssinian Citril endangered?
The Abyssinian Citril has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Abyssinian Citril nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the Abyssinian Citril?
The Abyssinian Citril has a wingspan of 13.3 cm, weight of 13.899999999999999 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Citril belong to?
The Abyssinian Citril (Crithagra citrinelloides) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Fringillidae.
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