Asir Magpie
Pica asirensis
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Endangered
Wingspan
38.9 cm
Weight
200.0 g
Family
Corvidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Asir Magpie is an Endangered corvid restricted to the Asir Mountains of southwestern Saudi Arabia. Weighing about 200g with a wingspan of 38.9cm, it resembles other magpies with black-and-white plumage and a long tail. Its extremely limited range and habitat degradation make it one of Arabia's most threatened birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 38.9 cm | 15.3 in |
| Weight | 200.0 g | 7.05 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Pica |
| Species | Pica asirensis |
Distribution
Asir Magpie has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Asir Magpie endangered?
The Asir Magpie has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Asir Magpie nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Asir Magpie?
The Asir Magpie has a wingspan of 38.9 cm, weight of 200.0 g.
What order and family does the Asir Magpie belong to?
The Asir Magpie (Pica asirensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Corvidae.
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