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Canyon Towhee
Melozone fusca
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.7 cm
Weight
45.48333333333333 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.7 cm | 7.4 in |
| Weight | 45.48333333333333 g | 1.60 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Melozone |
| Species | Melozone fusca |
Distribution
Canyon Towhee has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Canyon Towhee endangered?
The Canyon Towhee has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Canyon Towhee nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Canyon Towhee?
The Canyon Towhee has a wingspan of 18.7 cm, weight of 45.48333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Canyon Towhee belong to?
The Canyon Towhee (Melozone fusca) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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