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Green-tailed Towhee
Pipilo chlorurus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.5 cm
Weight
29.566666666666663 g
Family
Passerellidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Green-tailed Towhee (Pipilo chlorurus) is a bird species in the family Passerellidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.5 cm and a weight of 29.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.5 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 29.566666666666663 g | 1.04 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-13 days. Fledging: 11-14 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Passerellidae |
| Genus | Pipilo |
| Species | Pipilo chlorurus |
Distribution
Green-tailed Towhee has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Green-tailed Towhee endangered?
The Green-tailed Towhee has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Green-tailed Towhee nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 11-13 days. Fledging: 11-14 days.
How big is the Green-tailed Towhee?
The Green-tailed Towhee has a wingspan of 15.5 cm, weight of 29.566666666666663 g.
What order and family does the Green-tailed Towhee belong to?
The Green-tailed Towhee (Pipilo chlorurus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Passerellidae.
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