Ala Shan Redstart
Phoenicurus alaschanicus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
17.9 cm
Weight
16.8 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Ala Shan Redstart is a near-threatened muscicapid bird weighing about 17 g with a wingspan near 18 cm. It breeds in the Helan Mountains and surrounding arid regions of north-central China, inhabiting rocky mountain slopes and sparse woodland.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.9 cm | 7.0 in |
| Weight | 16.8 g | 0.59 oz |
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Phoenicurus |
| Species | Phoenicurus alaschanicus |
Distribution
Ala Shan Redstart has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ala Shan Redstart endangered?
The Ala Shan Redstart has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Ala Shan Redstart nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Ala Shan Redstart?
The Ala Shan Redstart has a wingspan of 17.9 cm, weight of 16.8 g.
What order and family does the Ala Shan Redstart belong to?
The Ala Shan Redstart (Phoenicurus alaschanicus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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