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Gola Malimbe
Malimbus ballmanni
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
17.0 cm
Weight
63.0 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Gola Malimbe (Malimbus ballmanni) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17 cm and a weight of 63 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.0 cm | 6.7 in |
| Weight | 63.0 g | 2.22 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Malimbus |
| Species | Malimbus ballmanni |
Distribution
Gola Malimbe has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gola Malimbe endangered?
The Gola Malimbe has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Gola Malimbe nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Gola Malimbe?
The Gola Malimbe has a wingspan of 17.0 cm, weight of 63.0 g.
What order and family does the Gola Malimbe belong to?
The Gola Malimbe (Malimbus ballmanni) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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