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Superb Lyrebird
Menura novaehollandiae
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Least Concern
Wingspan
56.2 cm
Weight
970.75 g
Family
Menuridae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 56.2 cm | 22.1 in |
| Weight | 970.75 g | 34.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 50 days. Fledging: 47 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Menuridae (Lyrebirds) |
| Genus | Menura |
| Species | Menura novaehollandiae |
Distribution
Superb Lyrebird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Superb Lyrebird endangered?
The Superb Lyrebird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Superb Lyrebird nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 50 days. Fledging: 47 days.
How big is the Superb Lyrebird?
The Superb Lyrebird has a wingspan of 56.2 cm, weight of 970.75 g.
What order and family does the Superb Lyrebird belong to?
The Superb Lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Menuridae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Menuridae family