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Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird
Pogoniulus pusillus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.5 cm
Weight
10.7 g
Family
Lybiidae
Order
Piciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.5 cm | 4.5 in |
| Weight | 10.7 g | 0.38 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 23 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Lybiidae (African Barbets) |
| Genus | Pogoniulus |
| Species | Pogoniulus pusillus |
Distribution
Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird endangered?
The Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 23 days.
How big is the Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird?
The Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird has a wingspan of 11.5 cm, weight of 10.7 g.
What order and family does the Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird belong to?
The Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus pusillus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Lybiidae.
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