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Cape Sparrow
Passer melanurus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.9 cm
Weight
26.150000000000002 g
Family
Passeridae
Order
Passeriformes
The Cape Sparrow (Passer melanurus) is a bird species in the family Passeridae (old world sparrows), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.9 cm and a weight of 26.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.9 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 26.150000000000002 g | 0.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 16-25 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passeridae (Old World Sparrows) |
| Genus | Passer |
| Species | Passer melanurus |
Distribution
Cape Sparrow has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cape Sparrow endangered?
The Cape Sparrow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cape Sparrow nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 16-25 days.
How big is the Cape Sparrow?
The Cape Sparrow has a wingspan of 14.9 cm, weight of 26.150000000000002 g.
What order and family does the Cape Sparrow belong to?
The Cape Sparrow (Passer melanurus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passeridae.
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