Abyssinian Crimsonwing
Cryptospiza salvadorii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.3 cm
Weight
12.45 g
Family
Estrildidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Abyssinian Crimsonwing is a small estrildid finch of East African montane forests, weighing about 12g. Males display vivid crimson plumage on the wings and back, making them striking forest birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.3 cm | 4.4 in |
| Weight | 12.45 g | 0.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 14-16 days. Fledging: 20-21 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Cryptospiza |
| Species | Cryptospiza salvadorii |
Distribution
Abyssinian Crimsonwing 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 Crimsonwing endangered?
The Abyssinian Crimsonwing has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Abyssinian Crimsonwing nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 14-16 days. Fledging: 20-21 days.
How big is the Abyssinian Crimsonwing?
The Abyssinian Crimsonwing has a wingspan of 11.3 cm, weight of 12.45 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Crimsonwing belong to?
The Abyssinian Crimsonwing (Cryptospiza salvadorii) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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