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Lanceolated Monklet

Micromonacha lanceolata

Least Concern
Wingspan
12.6 cm
Weight
20.5 g
Family
Bucconidae
Order
Piciformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 12.6 cm 5.0 in
Weight 20.5 g 0.72 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15 days.

Clutch Size

2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans)
Family Bucconidae
Genus Micromonacha
Species Micromonacha lanceolata

Distribution

Lanceolated Monklet has been recorded in 3 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lanceolated Monklet endangered?
The Lanceolated Monklet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Lanceolated Monklet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15 days.
How big is the Lanceolated Monklet?
The Lanceolated Monklet has a wingspan of 12.6 cm, weight of 20.5 g.
What order and family does the Lanceolated Monklet belong to?
The Lanceolated Monklet (Micromonacha lanceolata) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Bucconidae.

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