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Purus Jacamar
Galbalcyrhynchus purusianus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.4 cm
Weight
50.0 g
Family
Galbulidae
Order
Piciformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.4 cm | 6.9 in |
| Weight | 50.0 g | 1.76 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Galbulidae |
| Genus | Galbalcyrhynchus |
| Species | Galbalcyrhynchus purusianus |
Distribution
Purus Jacamar has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Purus Jacamar endangered?
The Purus Jacamar has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Purus Jacamar nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Purus Jacamar?
The Purus Jacamar has a wingspan of 17.4 cm, weight of 50.0 g.
What order and family does the Purus Jacamar belong to?
The Purus Jacamar (Galbalcyrhynchus purusianus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Galbulidae.
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