Altai Accentor
Prunella himalayana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.1 cm
Weight
26.78333333333333 g
Family
Prunellidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Altai Accentor is a sparrow-like bird weighing about 27 g with an 18.1 cm wingspan, breeding in rocky alpine terrain of Central Asia. It forages among stones and low vegetation for insects and seeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.1 cm | 7.1 in |
| Weight | 26.78333333333333 g | 0.94 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Prunellidae |
| Genus | Prunella |
| Species | Prunella himalayana |
Distribution
Altai Accentor has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Altai Accentor endangered?
The Altai Accentor has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Altai Accentor nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Altai Accentor?
The Altai Accentor has a wingspan of 18.1 cm, weight of 26.78333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Altai Accentor belong to?
The Altai Accentor (Prunella himalayana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Prunellidae.
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