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Purple Grenadier
Granatina ianthinogaster
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.8 cm
Weight
14.166666666666666 g
Family
Estrildidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm | 4.3 in |
| Weight | 14.166666666666666 g | 0.50 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 18-19 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Granatina |
| Species | Granatina ianthinogaster |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Purple Grenadier endangered?
The Purple Grenadier has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Purple Grenadier nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 18-19 days.
How big is the Purple Grenadier?
The Purple Grenadier has a wingspan of 10.8 cm, weight of 14.166666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Purple Grenadier belong to?
The Purple Grenadier (Granatina ianthinogaster) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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