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Karoo Prinia
Prinia maculosa
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.3 cm
Weight
9.25 g
Family
Cisticolidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Karoo Prinia (Prinia maculosa) is a bird species in the family Cisticolidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.3 cm and a weight of 9.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.3 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 9.25 g | 0.33 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: O,SP. Incubation: 12-17 days. Fledging: 11-15 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Cisticolidae |
| Genus | Prinia |
| Species | Prinia maculosa |
Distribution
Karoo Prinia has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Karoo Prinia endangered?
The Karoo Prinia has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Karoo Prinia nest?
Nest type: O,SP. Incubation: 12-17 days. Fledging: 11-15 days.
How big is the Karoo Prinia?
The Karoo Prinia has a wingspan of 10.3 cm, weight of 9.25 g.
What order and family does the Karoo Prinia belong to?
The Karoo Prinia (Prinia maculosa) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Cisticolidae.
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