Abd al Kuri Sparrow
Passer hemileucus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
13.9 cm
Weight
22.5 g
Family
Passeridae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Abd al Kuri Sparrow is a vulnerable sparrow endemic to a tiny remote island in the Indian Ocean, weighing about 23g. It is among the world's rarest sparrows due to its extremely limited range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.9 cm | 5.5 in |
| Weight | 22.5 g | 0.79 oz |
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passeridae (Old World Sparrows) |
| Genus | Passer |
| Species | Passer hemileucus |
Distribution
Abd al Kuri Sparrow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Abd al Kuri Sparrow endangered?
The Abd al Kuri Sparrow has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Abd al Kuri Sparrow?
The Abd al Kuri Sparrow has a wingspan of 13.9 cm, weight of 22.5 g.
What order and family does the Abd al Kuri Sparrow belong to?
The Abd al Kuri Sparrow (Passer hemileucus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passeridae.
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