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Cuckoo Roller

Leptosomus discolor

Least Concern
Wingspan
49.7 cm
Weight
230.5 g
Family
Leptosomidae
Order
Leptosomiformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 49.7 cm 19.6 in
Weight 230.5 g 8.13 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 20 days. Fledging: 30 days.

Clutch Size

4-5

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Leptosomiformes (Cuckoo-roller)
Family Leptosomidae (Cuckoo-roller)
Genus Leptosomus
Species Leptosomus discolor

Distribution

Cuckoo Roller has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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External Databases

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cuckoo Roller endangered?
The Cuckoo Roller has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cuckoo Roller nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 20 days. Fledging: 30 days.
How big is the Cuckoo Roller?
The Cuckoo Roller has a wingspan of 49.7 cm, weight of 230.5 g.
What order and family does the Cuckoo Roller belong to?
The Cuckoo Roller (Leptosomus discolor) belongs to the order Leptosomiformes and the family Leptosomidae.

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