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Brubru
Nilaus afer
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.5 cm
Weight
21.666666666666668 g
Family
Malaconotidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.5 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 21.666666666666668 g | 0.76 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19 days. Fledging: 21-22 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Malaconotidae |
| Genus | Nilaus |
| Species | Nilaus afer |
Distribution
Brubru has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brubru endangered?
The Brubru has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Brubru nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19 days. Fledging: 21-22 days.
How big is the Brubru?
The Brubru has a wingspan of 15.5 cm, weight of 21.666666666666668 g.
What order and family does the Brubru belong to?
The Brubru (Nilaus afer) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Malaconotidae.
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