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Greater Bird-of-paradise
Paradisaea apoda
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Least Concern
Wingspan
42.6 cm
Weight
197.5 g
Family
Paradisaeidae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.6 cm | 16.8 in |
| Weight | 197.5 g | 6.97 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 18-20 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Paradisaeidae (Birds-of-Paradise) |
| Genus | Paradisaea |
| Species | Paradisaea apoda |
Distribution
Greater Bird-of-paradise has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Greater Bird-of-paradise endangered?
The Greater Bird-of-paradise has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Greater Bird-of-paradise nest?
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 18-20 days.
How big is the Greater Bird-of-paradise?
The Greater Bird-of-paradise has a wingspan of 42.6 cm, weight of 197.5 g.
What order and family does the Greater Bird-of-paradise belong to?
The Greater Bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea apoda) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Paradisaeidae.
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