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Western Superb Bird-of-paradise
Lophorina superba
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Least Concern
Wingspan
27.6 cm
Weight
76.0 g
Family
Paradisaeidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.6 cm | 10.9 in |
| Weight | 76.0 g | 2.68 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18-19 days. Fledging: 18 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Paradisaeidae (Birds-of-Paradise) |
| Genus | Lophorina |
| Species | Lophorina superba |
Distribution
Western Superb Bird-of-paradise has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Superb Bird-of-paradise endangered?
The Western Superb Bird-of-paradise has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Superb Bird-of-paradise nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18-19 days. Fledging: 18 days.
How big is the Western Superb Bird-of-paradise?
The Western Superb Bird-of-paradise has a wingspan of 27.6 cm, weight of 76.0 g.
What order and family does the Western Superb Bird-of-paradise belong to?
The Western Superb Bird-of-paradise (Lophorina superba) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Paradisaeidae.
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