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Great Shortwing
Heinrichia calligyna
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.2 cm
Weight
26.8 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.2 cm | 6.8 in |
| Weight | 26.8 g | 0.95 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Heinrichia |
| Species | Heinrichia calligyna |
Distribution
Great Shortwing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Great Shortwing endangered?
The Great Shortwing has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Great Shortwing?
The Great Shortwing has a wingspan of 17.2 cm, weight of 26.8 g.
What order and family does the Great Shortwing belong to?
The Great Shortwing (Heinrichia calligyna) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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