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Mangrove Pitta

Pitta megarhyncha

Near Threatened
Wingspan
22.7 cm
Weight
105.85000000000001 g
Family
Pittidae
Order
Passeriformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 22.7 cm 8.9 in
Weight 105.85000000000001 g 3.73 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: DM. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 14-17 days.

Clutch Size

2-4

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Pittidae (Pittas)
Genus Pitta
Species Pitta megarhyncha

Distribution

Mangrove Pitta has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mangrove Pitta endangered?
The Mangrove Pitta has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Mangrove Pitta nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 14-17 days.
How big is the Mangrove Pitta?
The Mangrove Pitta has a wingspan of 22.7 cm, weight of 105.85000000000001 g.
What order and family does the Mangrove Pitta belong to?
The Mangrove Pitta (Pitta megarhyncha) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pittidae.

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