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White-eared Ground-sparrow
Melozone leucotis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.3 cm
Weight
41.28 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.3 cm | 6.4 in |
| Weight | 41.28 g | 1.46 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,PL.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Melozone |
| Species | Melozone leucotis |
Distribution
White-eared Ground-sparrow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-eared Ground-sparrow endangered?
The White-eared Ground-sparrow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-eared Ground-sparrow nest?
Nest type: CP,PL.
How big is the White-eared Ground-sparrow?
The White-eared Ground-sparrow has a wingspan of 16.3 cm, weight of 41.28 g.
What order and family does the White-eared Ground-sparrow belong to?
The White-eared Ground-sparrow (Melozone leucotis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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