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Malabar Whistling-thrush
Myophonus horsfieldii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
30.2 cm
Weight
115.5 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.2 cm | 11.9 in |
| Weight | 115.5 g | 4.07 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 16-17 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Myophonus |
| Species | Myophonus horsfieldii |
Distribution
Malabar Whistling-thrush has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Malabar Whistling-thrush endangered?
The Malabar Whistling-thrush has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Malabar Whistling-thrush nest?
Incubation: 16-17 days.
How big is the Malabar Whistling-thrush?
The Malabar Whistling-thrush has a wingspan of 30.2 cm, weight of 115.5 g.
What order and family does the Malabar Whistling-thrush belong to?
The Malabar Whistling-thrush (Myophonus horsfieldii) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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