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Maroon-breasted Philentoma
Philentoma velata
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
19.7 cm
Weight
24.816666666666663 g
Family
Vangidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Maroon-breasted Philentoma (Philentoma velata) is a bird species in the family Vangidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.7 cm and a weight of 24.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.7 cm | 7.8 in |
| Weight | 24.816666666666663 g | 0.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Vangidae |
| Genus | Philentoma |
| Species | Philentoma velata |
Distribution
Maroon-breasted Philentoma has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Maroon-breasted Philentoma endangered?
The Maroon-breasted Philentoma has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Maroon-breasted Philentoma nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Maroon-breasted Philentoma?
The Maroon-breasted Philentoma has a wingspan of 19.7 cm, weight of 24.816666666666663 g.
What order and family does the Maroon-breasted Philentoma belong to?
The Maroon-breasted Philentoma (Philentoma velata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Vangidae.
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