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White-winged Fairywren
Malurus leucopterus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.4 cm
Weight
6.875 g
Family
Maluridae
Order
Passeriformes
The White-winged Fairywren (Malurus leucopterus) is a bird species in the family Maluridae (fairywrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9.4 cm and a weight of 6.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.4 cm | 3.7 in |
| Weight | 6.875 g | 0.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 10-11 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Maluridae (Fairywrens) |
| Genus | Malurus |
| Species | Malurus leucopterus |
Distribution
White-winged Fairywren has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-winged Fairywren endangered?
The White-winged Fairywren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-winged Fairywren nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 10-11 days.
How big is the White-winged Fairywren?
The White-winged Fairywren has a wingspan of 9.4 cm, weight of 6.875 g.
What order and family does the White-winged Fairywren belong to?
The White-winged Fairywren (Malurus leucopterus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Maluridae.
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