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Cuban Blackbird
Ptiloxena atroviolacea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
26.4 cm
Weight
82.75 g
Family
Icteridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.4 cm | 10.4 in |
| Weight | 82.75 g | 2.92 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Ptiloxena |
| Species | Ptiloxena atroviolacea |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cuban Blackbird endangered?
The Cuban Blackbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cuban Blackbird nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days.
How big is the Cuban Blackbird?
The Cuban Blackbird has a wingspan of 26.4 cm, weight of 82.75 g.
What order and family does the Cuban Blackbird belong to?
The Cuban Blackbird (Ptiloxena atroviolacea) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Icteridae.
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