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Yellow-footed Honeyguide
Melignomon eisentrauti
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
15.8 cm
Weight
23.333333333333332 g
Family
Indicatoridae
Order
Piciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.8 cm | 6.2 in |
| Weight | 23.333333333333332 g | 0.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Indicatoridae (Honeyguides) |
| Genus | Melignomon |
| Species | Melignomon eisentrauti |
Distribution
Yellow-footed Honeyguide has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-footed Honeyguide endangered?
The Yellow-footed Honeyguide has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Yellow-footed Honeyguide nest?
Nest type: NO.
How big is the Yellow-footed Honeyguide?
The Yellow-footed Honeyguide has a wingspan of 15.8 cm, weight of 23.333333333333332 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-footed Honeyguide belong to?
The Yellow-footed Honeyguide (Melignomon eisentrauti) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Indicatoridae.
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Lesser Honeyguide
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