Alpine Accentor

Alpine Accentor

Prunella collaris

Least Concern
Wingspan
20.0 cm
Weight
38.58 g
Family
Prunellidae
Order
Passeriformes

The Alpine Accentor (Prunella collaris) is a bird species in the family Prunellidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20 cm and a weight of 38.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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The Alpine Accentor is a robust songbird with a wingspan of 20 cm and weight around 39 g, adapted to rocky mountain habitats. It forages on the ground among boulders and alpine meadows, feeding on insects and seeds.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 20.0 cm 7.9 in
Weight 38.58 g 1.36 oz

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP,CR. Incubation: 11-15 days. Fledging: 12-16 days.

Clutch Size

3-4

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Prunellidae
Genus Prunella
Species Prunella collaris

Distribution

Alpine Accentor has been recorded in 5 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Alpine Accentor endangered?
The Alpine Accentor has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Alpine Accentor nest?
Nest type: CP,CR. Incubation: 11-15 days. Fledging: 12-16 days.
How big is the Alpine Accentor?
The Alpine Accentor has a wingspan of 20.0 cm, weight of 38.58 g.
What order and family does the Alpine Accentor belong to?
The Alpine Accentor (Prunella collaris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Prunellidae.

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