Banasura Chilappan
Montecincla jerdoni
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<birdfyi-bird slug="montecincla-jerdoni"></birdfyi-bird>The Banasura Chilappan (Montecincla jerdoni) is a bird species in the family Leiothrichidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16.2 cm and a weight of 43.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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The Banasura Chilappan is an Endangered passerine restricted to the Western Ghats of southern India, belonging to the family Leiothrichidae. Weighing about 43.8g with a wingspan of 16.2cm, it inhabits dense subtropical forest understory. Its extremely limited range and forest dependence make it highly vulnerable to habitat loss.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.2 cm | 6.4 in |
| Weight | 43.8 g | 1.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16 days. Fledging: 16 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Leiothrichidae |
| Genus | Montecincla |
| Species | Montecincla jerdoni |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Leiothrichidae family