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Black Thicket-fantail
Rhipidura maculipectus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.1 cm
Weight
18.5 g
Family
Rhipiduridae
Order
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.1 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 18.5 g | 0.65 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 maculipectus |
Distribution
Black Thicket-fantail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black Thicket-fantail endangered?
The Black Thicket-fantail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Thicket-fantail nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black Thicket-fantail?
The Black Thicket-fantail has a wingspan of 16.1 cm, weight of 18.5 g.
What order and family does the Black Thicket-fantail belong to?
The Black Thicket-fantail (Rhipidura maculipectus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Rhipiduridae.
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