Archbold's Newtonia
Newtonia archboldi
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<birdfyi-bird slug="newtonia-archboldi"></birdfyi-bird>The Archbold's Newtonia (Newtonia archboldi) is a bird species in the family Vangidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 9 cm and a weight of 8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Archbold's Newtonia is a small vangid from southwestern Madagascar, weighing about 8 grams with a wingspan of just 9 cm. It inhabits the spiny forest thicket of the arid southern region, foraging actively for insects in the low thorny vegetation. This tiny bird is one of several Newtonia species endemic to Madagascar's unique dry forests.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.0 cm | 3.5 in |
| Weight | 8.0 g | 0.28 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Vangidae |
| Genus | Newtonia |
| Species | Newtonia archboldi |
Distribution
Archbold's Newtonia has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Vangidae family