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Elegant Mourner
Laniisoma elegans
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
20.7 cm
Weight
46.88333333333333 g
Family
Tityridae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.7 cm | 8.1 in |
| Weight | 46.88333333333333 g | 1.65 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Tityridae |
| Genus | Laniisoma |
| Species | Laniisoma elegans |
Distribution
Elegant Mourner has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Elegant Mourner endangered?
The Elegant Mourner has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Elegant Mourner?
The Elegant Mourner has a wingspan of 20.7 cm, weight of 46.88333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Elegant Mourner belong to?
The Elegant Mourner (Laniisoma elegans) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Tityridae.
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