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Karoo Chat
Emarginata schlegelii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.9 cm
Weight
20.875 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.9 cm | 7.4 in |
| Weight | 20.875 g | 0.74 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 15 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Emarginata |
| Species | Emarginata schlegelii |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Karoo Chat endangered?
The Karoo Chat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Karoo Chat nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the Karoo Chat?
The Karoo Chat has a wingspan of 18.9 cm, weight of 20.875 g.
What order and family does the Karoo Chat belong to?
The Karoo Chat (Emarginata schlegelii) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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