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Northern Grey Shrike
Lanius borealis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.8 cm
Weight
68.0 g
Family
Laniidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Northern Grey Shrike (Lanius borealis) is a bird species in the family Laniidae (shrikes), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.8 cm and a weight of 68 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.8 cm | 8.6 in |
| Weight | 68.0 g | 2.40 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-21 days. Fledging: 18-20 days.
Clutch Size
4-9
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Laniidae (Shrikes) |
| Genus | Lanius |
| Species | Lanius borealis |
Distribution
Northern Grey Shrike has been recorded in 3 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Northern Grey Shrike endangered?
The Northern Grey Shrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Northern Grey Shrike nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-21 days. Fledging: 18-20 days.
How big is the Northern Grey Shrike?
The Northern Grey Shrike has a wingspan of 21.8 cm, weight of 68.0 g.
What order and family does the Northern Grey Shrike belong to?
The Northern Grey Shrike (Lanius borealis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Laniidae.
Similar Birds
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Least Concern
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Burmese Shrike
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