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Palau Fantail
Rhipidura lepida
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.0 cm
Weight
11.75 g
Family
Rhipiduridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 11.75 g | 0.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Rhipiduridae (Fantails) |
| Genus | Rhipidura |
| Species | Rhipidura lepida |
Distribution
Palau Fantail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Palau Fantail endangered?
The Palau Fantail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Palau Fantail nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Palau Fantail?
The Palau Fantail has a wingspan of 16.0 cm, weight of 11.75 g.
What order and family does the Palau Fantail belong to?
The Palau Fantail (Rhipidura lepida) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Rhipiduridae.
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