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Long-tailed Fantail
Rhipidura opistherythra
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
14.2 cm
Weight
15.0 g
Family
Rhipiduridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.2 cm | 5.6 in |
| Weight | 15.0 g | 0.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Rhipiduridae (Fantails) |
| Genus | Rhipidura |
| Species | Rhipidura opistherythra |
Distribution
Long-tailed Fantail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-tailed Fantail endangered?
The Long-tailed Fantail has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Long-tailed Fantail?
The Long-tailed Fantail has a wingspan of 14.2 cm, weight of 15.0 g.
What order and family does the Long-tailed Fantail belong to?
The Long-tailed Fantail (Rhipidura opistherythra) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Rhipiduridae.
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