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Greater Thornbird
Phacellodomus ruber
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.7 cm
Weight
42.95 g
Family
Furnariidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Greater Thornbird (Phacellodomus ruber) is a bird species in the family Furnariidae (ovenbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.7 cm and a weight of 43 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.7 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 42.95 g | 1.52 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Furnariidae (Ovenbirds) |
| Genus | Phacellodomus |
| Species | Phacellodomus ruber |
Distribution
Greater Thornbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Greater Thornbird endangered?
The Greater Thornbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Greater Thornbird nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Greater Thornbird?
The Greater Thornbird has a wingspan of 14.7 cm, weight of 42.95 g.
What order and family does the Greater Thornbird belong to?
The Greater Thornbird (Phacellodomus ruber) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Furnariidae.
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