Cape Bunting
Emberiza capensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.4 cm
Weight
22.3 g
Family
Emberizidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Cape Bunting (Emberiza capensis) is a bird species in the family Emberizidae (buntings), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.4 cm and a weight of 22.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 22.3 g | 0.79 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 10-18 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Emberizidae (Buntings) |
| Genus | Emberiza |
| Species | Emberiza capensis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ケープホオジロ |
| Portuguese | escrevedeira-do-cabo |
Distribution
Cape Bunting has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cape Bunting endangered?
The Cape Bunting has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cape Bunting nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 10-18 days.
How big is the Cape Bunting?
The Cape Bunting has a wingspan of 15.4 cm, weight of 22.3 g.
What order and family does the Cape Bunting belong to?
The Cape Bunting (Emberiza capensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Emberizidae.
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