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Greater Melampitta
Megalampitta gigantea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
25.8 cm
Weight
205.0 g
Family
Melampittidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.8 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 205.0 g | 7.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Melampittidae |
| Genus | Megalampitta |
| Species | Megalampitta gigantea |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Greater Melampitta endangered?
The Greater Melampitta has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Greater Melampitta nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Greater Melampitta?
The Greater Melampitta has a wingspan of 25.8 cm, weight of 205.0 g.
What order and family does the Greater Melampitta belong to?
The Greater Melampitta (Megalampitta gigantea) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Melampittidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Melampittidae family