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Melodious Babbler
Malacopteron palawanense
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
17.0 cm
Weight
32.5 g
Family
Pellorneidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.0 cm | 6.7 in |
| Weight | 32.5 g | 1.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pellorneidae |
| Genus | Malacopteron |
| Species | Malacopteron palawanense |
Distribution
Melodious Babbler has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Melodious Babbler endangered?
The Melodious Babbler has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Melodious Babbler?
The Melodious Babbler has a wingspan of 17.0 cm, weight of 32.5 g.
What order and family does the Melodious Babbler belong to?
The Melodious Babbler (Malacopteron palawanense) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pellorneidae.
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