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Taiwan Hwamei

Garrulax taewanus

Near Threatened
Wingspan
18.7 cm
Weight
63.6 g
Family
Leiothrichidae
Order
Passeriformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 18.7 cm 7.4 in
Weight 63.6 g 2.24 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.

Clutch Size

2-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Leiothrichidae
Genus Garrulax
Species Garrulax taewanus

Distribution

Taiwan Hwamei has been recorded in 2 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Taiwan Hwamei endangered?
The Taiwan Hwamei has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Taiwan Hwamei nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.
How big is the Taiwan Hwamei?
The Taiwan Hwamei has a wingspan of 18.7 cm, weight of 63.6 g.
What order and family does the Taiwan Hwamei belong to?
The Taiwan Hwamei (Garrulax taewanus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Leiothrichidae.

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