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Forest Canary
Crithagra scotops
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.8 cm
Weight
15.5 g
Family
Fringillidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Forest Canary (Crithagra scotops) is a bird species in the family Fringillidae (finches), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.8 cm and a weight of 15.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.8 cm | 5.4 in |
| Weight | 15.5 g | 0.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 15-19 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Crithagra |
| Species | Crithagra scotops |
Distribution
Forest Canary has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Forest Canary endangered?
The Forest Canary has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Forest Canary nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 15-19 days.
How big is the Forest Canary?
The Forest Canary has a wingspan of 13.8 cm, weight of 15.5 g.
What order and family does the Forest Canary belong to?
The Forest Canary (Crithagra scotops) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Fringillidae.
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