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Eurasian Wryneck

Jynx torquilla

Least Concern
Wingspan
17.5 cm
Weight
38.0 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 17.5 cm 6.9 in
Weight 38.0 g 1.34 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.

Clutch Size

7-12

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans)
Family Picidae (Woodpeckers)
Genus Jynx
Species Jynx torquilla

Distribution

Eurasian Wryneck has been recorded in 6 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Eurasian Wryneck endangered?
The Eurasian Wryneck has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Eurasian Wryneck nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 20-22 days.
How big is the Eurasian Wryneck?
The Eurasian Wryneck has a wingspan of 17.5 cm, weight of 38.0 g.
What order and family does the Eurasian Wryneck belong to?
The Eurasian Wryneck (Jynx torquilla) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.

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