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Sulawesi Woodcock
Scolopax celebensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
38.6 cm
Weight
205.0 g
Family
Scolopacidae
Order
Charadriiformes
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About
Sulawesi Woodcock: 32–36 cm, woodcock endemic to montane forest of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Nocturnal with cryptic brown plumage. Inhabits mossy forest above 1,000 m; probes leaf litter and soft soil for invertebrates. NT. Threatened by logging and agricultural conversion of highland forest. Sedentary island endemic.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 38.6 cm | 15.2 in |
| Weight | 205.0 g | 7.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Scolopax |
| Species | Scolopax celebensis |
Distribution
Sulawesi Woodcock has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sulawesi Woodcock endangered?
The Sulawesi Woodcock has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Sulawesi Woodcock?
The Sulawesi Woodcock has a wingspan of 38.6 cm, weight of 205.0 g.
What order and family does the Sulawesi Woodcock belong to?
The Sulawesi Woodcock (Scolopax celebensis) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Scolopacidae.
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