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Zenker's Honeyguide
Melignomon zenkeri
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.2 cm
Weight
23.35 g
Family
Indicatoridae
Order
Piciformes
The Zenker's Honeyguide (Melignomon zenkeri) is a bird species in the family Indicatoridae (honeyguides), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.2 cm and a weight of 23.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.2 cm | 6.0 in |
| Weight | 23.35 g | 0.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
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 zenkeri |
Distribution
Zenker's Honeyguide has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Zenker's Honeyguide endangered?
The Zenker's Honeyguide has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Zenker's Honeyguide nest?
Nest type: NO.
How big is the Zenker's Honeyguide?
The Zenker's Honeyguide has a wingspan of 15.2 cm, weight of 23.35 g.
What order and family does the Zenker's Honeyguide belong to?
The Zenker's Honeyguide (Melignomon zenkeri) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Indicatoridae.
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