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Chestnut-naped Forktail
Enicurus ruficapillus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
17.8 cm
Weight
29.7 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Chestnut-naped Forktail (Enicurus ruficapillus) is a bird species in the family Muscicapidae (old world flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.8 cm and a weight of 29.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.8 cm | 7.0 in |
| Weight | 29.7 g | 1.05 oz |
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Enicurus |
| Species | Enicurus ruficapillus |
Distribution
Chestnut-naped Forktail has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut-naped Forktail endangered?
The Chestnut-naped Forktail has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Chestnut-naped Forktail nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Chestnut-naped Forktail?
The Chestnut-naped Forktail has a wingspan of 17.8 cm, weight of 29.7 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut-naped Forktail belong to?
The Chestnut-naped Forktail (Enicurus ruficapillus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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