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Rufous-backed Honeyeater
Ptiloprora guisei
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.5 cm
Weight
26.025 g
Family
Meliphagidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Rufous-backed Honeyeater (Ptiloprora guisei) is a bird species in the family Meliphagidae (honeyeaters), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.5 cm and a weight of 26 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.5 cm | 6.9 in |
| Weight | 26.025 g | 0.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Meliphagidae (Honeyeaters) |
| Genus | Ptiloprora |
| Species | Ptiloprora guisei |
Distribution
Rufous-backed Honeyeater has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-backed Honeyeater endangered?
The Rufous-backed Honeyeater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Rufous-backed Honeyeater?
The Rufous-backed Honeyeater has a wingspan of 17.5 cm, weight of 26.025 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-backed Honeyeater belong to?
The Rufous-backed Honeyeater (Ptiloprora guisei) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Meliphagidae.
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