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Fork-tailed Drongo
Dicrurus adsimilis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
25.7 cm
Weight
44.73333333333333 g
Family
Dicruridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.7 cm | 10.1 in |
| Weight | 44.73333333333333 g | 1.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 15-18 days. Fledging: 17-18 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Dicruridae (Drongos) |
| Genus | Dicrurus |
| Species | Dicrurus adsimilis |
Distribution
Fork-tailed Drongo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Fork-tailed Drongo endangered?
The Fork-tailed Drongo has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Fork-tailed Drongo nest?
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 15-18 days. Fledging: 17-18 days.
How big is the Fork-tailed Drongo?
The Fork-tailed Drongo has a wingspan of 25.7 cm, weight of 44.73333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Fork-tailed Drongo belong to?
The Fork-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus adsimilis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Dicruridae.
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