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Rock Wren
Salpinctes obsoletus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.8 cm
Weight
16.1 g
Family
Troglodytidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Rock Wren (Salpinctes obsoletus) is a bird species in the family Troglodytidae (wrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.8 cm and a weight of 16.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.8 cm | 5.4 in |
| Weight | 16.1 g | 0.57 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 14-16 days.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Troglodytidae (Wrens) |
| Genus | Salpinctes |
| Species | Salpinctes obsoletus |
Distribution
Rock Wren has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rock Wren endangered?
The Rock Wren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Rock Wren nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 14-16 days.
How big is the Rock Wren?
The Rock Wren has a wingspan of 13.8 cm, weight of 16.1 g.
What order and family does the Rock Wren belong to?
The Rock Wren (Salpinctes obsoletus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Troglodytidae.
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