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Indigo Bunting
Passerina cyanea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.0 cm
Weight
15.649999999999999 g
Family
Cardinalidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Indigo Bunting (Passerina cyanea) is a bird species in the family Cardinalidae (cardinals & grosbeaks), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13 cm and a weight of 15.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.0 cm | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 15.649999999999999 g | 0.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 8-14 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cardinalidae (Cardinals & Grosbeaks) |
| Genus | Passerina |
| Species | Passerina cyanea |
Distribution
Indigo Bunting has been recorded in 12 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Indigo Bunting endangered?
The Indigo Bunting has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Indigo Bunting nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 8-14 days.
How big is the Indigo Bunting?
The Indigo Bunting has a wingspan of 13.0 cm, weight of 15.649999999999999 g.
What order and family does the Indigo Bunting belong to?
The Indigo Bunting (Passerina cyanea) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cardinalidae.
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