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Green-winged Trumpeter

Psophia viridis

Vulnerable
Wingspan
57.4 cm
Weight
1100.0 g
Family
Psophiidae
Order
Gruiformes

The Green-winged Trumpeter (Psophia viridis) is a bird species in the family Psophiidae (trumpeters), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 57.4 cm and a weight of 1.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.

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Green-winged Trumpeter (Psophia viridis) is a 45–52 cm trumpeter of south-central Amazonia in Brazil. Glossy black body with iridescent green inner wing feathers. Inhabits undisturbed terra firme forest. Closely related to other trumpeters; all share cooperative breeding and frugivorous habits.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 57.4 cm 22.6 in
Weight 1100.0 g 38.80 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Incubation: 27 days.

Clutch Size

5

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Family Psophiidae (Trumpeters)
Genus Psophia
Species Psophia viridis

Distribution

Green-winged Trumpeter has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Green-winged Trumpeter endangered?
The Green-winged Trumpeter has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Green-winged Trumpeter nest?
Incubation: 27 days.
How big is the Green-winged Trumpeter?
The Green-winged Trumpeter has a wingspan of 57.4 cm, weight of 1100.0 g.
What order and family does the Green-winged Trumpeter belong to?
The Green-winged Trumpeter (Psophia viridis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Psophiidae.

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