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Lesser Bird-of-paradise
Paradisaea minor
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Least Concern
Wingspan
35.7 cm
Weight
208.5 g
Family
Paradisaeidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 35.7 cm | 14.1 in |
| Weight | 208.5 g | 7.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18 days. Fledging: 18-19 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Paradisaeidae (Birds-of-Paradise) |
| Genus | Paradisaea |
| Species | Paradisaea minor |
Distribution
Lesser 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 Lesser Bird-of-paradise endangered?
The Lesser Bird-of-paradise has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Lesser Bird-of-paradise nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18 days. Fledging: 18-19 days.
How big is the Lesser Bird-of-paradise?
The Lesser Bird-of-paradise has a wingspan of 35.7 cm, weight of 208.5 g.
What order and family does the Lesser Bird-of-paradise belong to?
The Lesser Bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea minor) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Paradisaeidae.
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