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Scaly Ground-roller
Geobiastes squamiger
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
24.0 cm
Weight
146.875 g
Family
Brachypteraciidae
Order
Coraciiformes
The Scaly Ground-roller (Geobiastes squamiger) is a bird species in the family Brachypteraciidae, within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24 cm and a weight of 146.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.0 cm | 9.4 in |
| Weight | 146.875 g | 5.18 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Fledging: 18 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Brachypteraciidae |
| Genus | Geobiastes |
| Species | Geobiastes squamiger |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Scaly Ground-roller endangered?
The Scaly Ground-roller has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Scaly Ground-roller nest?
Nest type: BU. Fledging: 18 days.
How big is the Scaly Ground-roller?
The Scaly Ground-roller has a wingspan of 24.0 cm, weight of 146.875 g.
What order and family does the Scaly Ground-roller belong to?
The Scaly Ground-roller (Geobiastes squamiger) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Brachypteraciidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Brachypteraciidae family