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Dusky Friarbird
Philemon fuscicapillus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
29.1 cm
Weight
85.7 g
Family
Meliphagidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Dusky Friarbird (Philemon fuscicapillus) is a bird species in the family Meliphagidae (honeyeaters), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.1 cm and a weight of 85.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.1 cm | 11.5 in |
| Weight | 85.7 g | 3.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Meliphagidae (Honeyeaters) |
| Genus | Philemon |
| Species | Philemon fuscicapillus |
Distribution
Dusky Friarbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dusky Friarbird endangered?
The Dusky Friarbird has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Dusky Friarbird?
The Dusky Friarbird has a wingspan of 29.1 cm, weight of 85.7 g.
What order and family does the Dusky Friarbird belong to?
The Dusky Friarbird (Philemon fuscicapillus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Meliphagidae.
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