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Gough Island Finch
Rowettia goughensis
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
19.6 cm
Weight
57.18333333333334 g
Family
Thraupidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Gough Island Finch (Rowettia goughensis) is a bird species in the family Thraupidae (tanagers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.6 cm and a weight of 57.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Critically Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.6 cm | 7.7 in |
| Weight | 57.18333333333334 g | 2.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 20-26 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Thraupidae (Tanagers) |
| Genus | Rowettia |
| Species | Rowettia goughensis |
Distribution
Gough Island Finch has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gough Island Finch endangered?
The Gough Island Finch has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Gough Island Finch nest?
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 20-26 days.
How big is the Gough Island Finch?
The Gough Island Finch has a wingspan of 19.6 cm, weight of 57.18333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Gough Island Finch belong to?
The Gough Island Finch (Rowettia goughensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Thraupidae.
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