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Scaly-crowned Babbler
Malacopteron cinereum
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.3 cm
Weight
17.5 g
Family
Pellorneidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.3 cm | 6.0 in |
| Weight | 17.5 g | 0.62 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 9 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pellorneidae |
| Genus | Malacopteron |
| Species | Malacopteron cinereum |
Distribution
Scaly-crowned Babbler has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Scaly-crowned Babbler endangered?
The Scaly-crowned Babbler has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Scaly-crowned Babbler nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 9 days.
How big is the Scaly-crowned Babbler?
The Scaly-crowned Babbler has a wingspan of 15.3 cm, weight of 17.5 g.
What order and family does the Scaly-crowned Babbler belong to?
The Scaly-crowned Babbler (Malacopteron cinereum) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pellorneidae.
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