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Lesser Melampitta
Melampitta lugubris
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.6 cm
Weight
38.666666666666664 g
Family
Melampittidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.6 cm | 6.5 in |
| Weight | 38.666666666666664 g | 1.36 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 27 days. Fledging: 35 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Melampittidae |
| Genus | Melampitta |
| Species | Melampitta lugubris |
Distribution
Lesser Melampitta has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lesser Melampitta endangered?
The Lesser Melampitta has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Lesser Melampitta nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 27 days. Fledging: 35 days.
How big is the Lesser Melampitta?
The Lesser Melampitta has a wingspan of 16.6 cm, weight of 38.666666666666664 g.
What order and family does the Lesser Melampitta belong to?
The Lesser Melampitta (Melampitta lugubris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Melampittidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Melampittidae family