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Rufous-tailed Tailorbird
Orthotomus sericeus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
9.9 cm
Weight
9.933333333333334 g
Family
Cisticolidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 9.9 cm | 3.9 in |
| Weight | 9.933333333333334 g | 0.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cisticolidae |
| Genus | Orthotomus |
| Species | Orthotomus sericeus |
Distribution
Rufous-tailed Tailorbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-tailed Tailorbird endangered?
The Rufous-tailed Tailorbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Rufous-tailed Tailorbird nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Rufous-tailed Tailorbird?
The Rufous-tailed Tailorbird has a wingspan of 9.9 cm, weight of 9.933333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-tailed Tailorbird belong to?
The Rufous-tailed Tailorbird (Orthotomus sericeus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cisticolidae.
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