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Shining Drongo
Dicrurus atripennis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
22.6 cm
Weight
41.5 g
Family
Dicruridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.6 cm | 8.9 in |
| Weight | 41.5 g | 1.46 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Dicruridae (Drongos) |
| Genus | Dicrurus |
| Species | Dicrurus atripennis |
Distribution
Shining Drongo has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Shining Drongo endangered?
The Shining Drongo has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Shining Drongo nest?
Nest type: HC.
How big is the Shining Drongo?
The Shining Drongo has a wingspan of 22.6 cm, weight of 41.5 g.
What order and family does the Shining Drongo belong to?
The Shining Drongo (Dicrurus atripennis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Dicruridae.
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