Ashy Minivet
Pericrocotus divaricatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.1 cm
Weight
23.2 g
Family
Campephagidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Ashy Minivet is a sleek passerine that breeds in East Asia and winters across South and Southeast Asia. Weighing about 23g with a wingspan near 19cm, the male is pale grey and white while the female has yellow-tinged plumage. It forages in the forest canopy, catching insects on the wing.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.1 cm | 7.5 in |
| Weight | 23.2 g | 0.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-18 days.
Clutch Size
4-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Campephagidae (Cuckooshrikes) |
| Genus | Pericrocotus |
| Species | Pericrocotus divaricatus |
Distribution
Ashy Minivet has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ashy Minivet endangered?
The Ashy Minivet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ashy Minivet nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-18 days.
How big is the Ashy Minivet?
The Ashy Minivet has a wingspan of 19.1 cm, weight of 23.2 g.
What order and family does the Ashy Minivet belong to?
The Ashy Minivet (Pericrocotus divaricatus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Campephagidae.
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