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Western Gerygone
Gerygone fusca
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.4 cm
Weight
5.866666666666667 g
Family
Acanthizidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.4 cm | 4.5 in |
| Weight | 5.866666666666667 g | 0.21 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-15 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Acanthizidae |
| Genus | Gerygone |
| Species | Gerygone fusca |
Distribution
Western Gerygone has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Gerygone endangered?
The Western Gerygone has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Gerygone nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-15 days.
How big is the Western Gerygone?
The Western Gerygone has a wingspan of 11.4 cm, weight of 5.866666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Western Gerygone belong to?
The Western Gerygone (Gerygone fusca) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Acanthizidae.
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