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New Zealand Tomtit
Petroica macrocephala
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.8 cm
Weight
11.733333333333334 g
Family
Petroicidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.8 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 11.733333333333334 g | 0.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,CV. Incubation: 14-18 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Petroicidae |
| Genus | Petroica |
| Species | Petroica macrocephala |
Distribution
New Zealand Tomtit has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the New Zealand Tomtit endangered?
The New Zealand Tomtit has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the New Zealand Tomtit nest?
Nest type: CP,CV. Incubation: 14-18 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
How big is the New Zealand Tomtit?
The New Zealand Tomtit has a wingspan of 14.8 cm, weight of 11.733333333333334 g.
What order and family does the New Zealand Tomtit belong to?
The New Zealand Tomtit (Petroica macrocephala) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Petroicidae.
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