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Madagascar Snipe
Gallinago macrodactyla
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
26.7 cm
Weight
216.0 g
Family
Scolopacidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Madagascar Snipe: 27–29 cm, large-footed snipe endemic to Madagascar. Inhabits marshes, rice paddies, and wet grassland mainly in the north and west. NT. Cryptic brown and buff streaking. Probes soft ground for invertebrates. Sedentary endemic. Threatened by wetland drainage and hunting pressure.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.7 cm | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 216.0 g | 7.62 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Gallinago |
| Species | Gallinago macrodactyla |
Distribution
Madagascar Snipe has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Madagascar Snipe endangered?
The Madagascar Snipe has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Madagascar Snipe nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Madagascar Snipe?
The Madagascar Snipe has a wingspan of 26.7 cm, weight of 216.0 g.
What order and family does the Madagascar Snipe belong to?
The Madagascar Snipe (Gallinago macrodactyla) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Scolopacidae.
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