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Purple-backed Fairywren
Malurus assimilis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.6 cm
Weight
7.95 g
Family
Maluridae
Order
Passeriformes
The Purple-backed Fairywren (Malurus assimilis) is a bird species in the family Maluridae (fairywrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.6 cm and a weight of 8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.6 cm | 3.8 in |
| Weight | 7.95 g | 0.28 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Maluridae (Fairywrens) |
| Genus | Malurus |
| Species | Malurus assimilis |
Distribution
Purple-backed Fairywren has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Purple-backed Fairywren endangered?
The Purple-backed Fairywren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Purple-backed Fairywren?
The Purple-backed Fairywren has a wingspan of 9.6 cm, weight of 7.95 g.
What order and family does the Purple-backed Fairywren belong to?
The Purple-backed Fairywren (Malurus assimilis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Maluridae.
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