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Yellowhead
Mohoua ochrocephala
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
16.1 cm
Weight
28.833333333333332 g
Family
Mohouidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Yellowhead (Mohoua ochrocephala) is a bird species in the family Mohouidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16.1 cm and a weight of 28.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.1 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 28.833333333333332 g | 1.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 22 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Mohouidae |
| Genus | Mohoua |
| Species | Mohoua ochrocephala |
Distribution
Yellowhead has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellowhead endangered?
The Yellowhead has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Yellowhead nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 22 days.
How big is the Yellowhead?
The Yellowhead has a wingspan of 16.1 cm, weight of 28.833333333333332 g.
What order and family does the Yellowhead belong to?
The Yellowhead (Mohoua ochrocephala) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Mohouidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Mohouidae family