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East African Citril
Crithagra hyposticta
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.9 cm
Weight
12.75 g
Family
Fringillidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.9 cm | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 12.75 g | 0.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Crithagra |
| Species | Crithagra hyposticta |
Distribution
East African Citril has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the East African Citril endangered?
The East African Citril has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the East African Citril?
The East African Citril has a wingspan of 12.9 cm, weight of 12.75 g.
What order and family does the East African Citril belong to?
The East African Citril (Crithagra hyposticta) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Fringillidae.
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