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Mountain Sooty Boubou
Laniarius poensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.6 cm
Weight
42.03333333333334 g
Family
Malaconotidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.6 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 42.03333333333334 g | 1.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Malaconotidae |
| Genus | Laniarius |
| Species | Laniarius poensis |
Distribution
Mountain Sooty Boubou has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mountain Sooty Boubou endangered?
The Mountain Sooty Boubou has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Mountain Sooty Boubou nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Mountain Sooty Boubou?
The Mountain Sooty Boubou has a wingspan of 15.6 cm, weight of 42.03333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Mountain Sooty Boubou belong to?
The Mountain Sooty Boubou (Laniarius poensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Malaconotidae.
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