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Louisiana Waterthrush
Parkesia motacilla
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.0 cm
Weight
20.23333333333333 g
Family
Parulidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 20.23333333333333 g | 0.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CR,CV. Incubation: 10-14 days. Fledging: 9-11 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Parulidae (New World Warblers) |
| Genus | Parkesia |
| Species | Parkesia motacilla |
Distribution
Louisiana Waterthrush has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Louisiana Waterthrush endangered?
The Louisiana Waterthrush has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Louisiana Waterthrush nest?
Nest type: BU,CR,CV. Incubation: 10-14 days. Fledging: 9-11 days.
How big is the Louisiana Waterthrush?
The Louisiana Waterthrush has a wingspan of 16.0 cm, weight of 20.23333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Louisiana Waterthrush belong to?
The Louisiana Waterthrush (Parkesia motacilla) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Parulidae.
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