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Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Poecile rufescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.2 cm
Weight
9.875 g
Family
Paridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.2 cm | 4.8 in |
| Weight | 9.875 g | 0.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-18 days. Fledging: 18-23 days.
Clutch Size
1-11
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Paridae (Tits & Chickadees) |
| Genus | Poecile |
| Species | Poecile rufescens |
Distribution
Chestnut-backed Chickadee has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut-backed Chickadee endangered?
The Chestnut-backed Chickadee has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chestnut-backed Chickadee nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-18 days. Fledging: 18-23 days.
How big is the Chestnut-backed Chickadee?
The Chestnut-backed Chickadee has a wingspan of 12.2 cm, weight of 9.875 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut-backed Chickadee belong to?
The Chestnut-backed Chickadee (Poecile rufescens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Paridae.
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