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Sri Lanka Drongo
Dicrurus lophorinus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
28.3 cm
Weight
70.0 g
Family
Dicruridae
Order
Passeriformes
The Sri Lanka Drongo (Dicrurus lophorinus) is a bird species in the family Dicruridae (drongos), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 28.3 cm and a weight of 70 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.3 cm | 11.1 in |
| Weight | 70.0 g | 2.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Dicruridae (Drongos) |
| Genus | Dicrurus |
| Species | Dicrurus lophorinus |
Distribution
Sri Lanka Drongo has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sri Lanka Drongo endangered?
The Sri Lanka Drongo has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Sri Lanka Drongo nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Sri Lanka Drongo?
The Sri Lanka Drongo has a wingspan of 28.3 cm, weight of 70.0 g.
What order and family does the Sri Lanka Drongo belong to?
The Sri Lanka Drongo (Dicrurus lophorinus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Dicruridae.
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