Abyssinian Wheatear
Oenanthe lugubris
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Least Concern
Weight
25.0 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Abyssinian Wheatear is a passerine weighing about 25g found on rocky slopes across the Horn of Africa. Its dark plumage with a contrasting white rump is typical of the wheatear family.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 25.0 g | 0.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,CR. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-16 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Oenanthe |
| Species | Oenanthe lugubris |
Distribution
Abyssinian Wheatear has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Abyssinian Wheatear endangered?
The Abyssinian Wheatear has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Abyssinian Wheatear nest?
Nest type: CP,CR. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-16 days.
How big is the Abyssinian Wheatear?
The Abyssinian Wheatear has a weight of 25.0 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Wheatear belong to?
The Abyssinian Wheatear (Oenanthe lugubris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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