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Magpie-lark
Grallina cyanoleuca
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Least Concern
Wingspan
34.4 cm
Weight
84.1 g
Family
Monarchidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Magpie-lark (Grallina cyanoleuca) is a bird species in the family Monarchidae (monarch flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.4 cm and a weight of 84.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 34.4 cm | 13.5 in |
| Weight | 84.1 g | 2.97 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-19 days. Fledging: 19-23 days.
Clutch Size
1-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Monarchidae (Monarch Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Grallina |
| Species | Grallina cyanoleuca |
Distribution
Magpie-lark has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Magpie-lark endangered?
The Magpie-lark has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Magpie-lark nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-19 days. Fledging: 19-23 days.
How big is the Magpie-lark?
The Magpie-lark has a wingspan of 34.4 cm, weight of 84.1 g.
What order and family does the Magpie-lark belong to?
The Magpie-lark (Grallina cyanoleuca) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Monarchidae.
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