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Pygmy White-eye
Heleia squamifrons
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.8 cm
Weight
6.8 g
Family
Zosteropidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.8 cm | 3.9 in |
| Weight | 6.8 g | 0.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Zosteropidae (White-eyes) |
| Genus | Heleia |
| Species | Heleia squamifrons |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pygmy White-eye endangered?
The Pygmy White-eye has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Pygmy White-eye?
The Pygmy White-eye has a wingspan of 9.8 cm, weight of 6.8 g.
What order and family does the Pygmy White-eye belong to?
The Pygmy White-eye (Heleia squamifrons) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Zosteropidae.
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