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Lesser Grey Shrike
Lanius minor
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.6 cm
Weight
48.1 g
Family
Laniidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.6 cm | 9.3 in |
| Weight | 48.1 g | 1.70 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-16 days. Fledging: 14-19 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Laniidae (Shrikes) |
| Genus | Lanius |
| Species | Lanius minor |
Distribution
Lesser Grey Shrike has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lesser Grey Shrike endangered?
The Lesser Grey Shrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Lesser Grey Shrike nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-16 days. Fledging: 14-19 days.
How big is the Lesser Grey Shrike?
The Lesser Grey Shrike has a wingspan of 23.6 cm, weight of 48.1 g.
What order and family does the Lesser Grey Shrike belong to?
The Lesser Grey Shrike (Lanius minor) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Laniidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Laniidae family
Bay-backed Shrike
Lanius vittatus
Least Concern
Brown Shrike
Lanius cristatus
Least Concern
Bull-headed Shrike
Lanius bucephalus
Least Concern
Burmese Shrike
Lanius collurioides
Least Concern
Chinese Grey Shrike
Lanius sphenocercus
Least Concern
Common Fiscal
Lanius collaris
Least Concern
Emin's Shrike
Lanius gubernator
Least Concern
Giant Grey Shrike
Lanius giganteus
Least Concern