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Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow
Melozone kieneri
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.0 cm
Weight
38.0 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 38.0 g | 1.34 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Melozone |
| Species | Melozone kieneri |
Distribution
Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow endangered?
The Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow?
The Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow has a wingspan of 16.0 cm, weight of 38.0 g.
What order and family does the Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow belong to?
The Rusty-crowned Ground-sparrow (Melozone kieneri) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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