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Blue-winged Pitta
Pitta moluccensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.4 cm
Weight
95.0 g
Family
Pittidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Blue-winged Pitta (Pitta moluccensis) is a bird species in the family Pittidae (pittas), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24.4 cm and a weight of 95 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.4 cm | 9.6 in |
| Weight | 95.0 g | 3.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 18 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pittidae (Pittas) |
| Genus | Pitta |
| Species | Pitta moluccensis |
Distribution
Blue-winged Pitta has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue-winged Pitta endangered?
The Blue-winged Pitta has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blue-winged Pitta nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 18 days.
How big is the Blue-winged Pitta?
The Blue-winged Pitta has a wingspan of 24.4 cm, weight of 95.0 g.
What order and family does the Blue-winged Pitta belong to?
The Blue-winged Pitta (Pitta moluccensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pittidae.
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