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New Guinea Woodcock
Scolopax rosenbergii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
29.6 cm
Weight
209.66666666666666 g
Family
Scolopacidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
New Guinea Woodcock: 34–38 cm, little-known woodcock endemic to montane forests of New Guinea above 1,500 m. Nocturnal forest wader with cryptic rufous-brown plumage. Probes humus-rich forest floor for earthworms. Sedentary montane endemic. Considered locally uncommon; rarely observed due to nocturnal, skulking habits.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.6 cm | 11.7 in |
| Weight | 209.66666666666666 g | 7.40 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Scolopax |
| Species | Scolopax rosenbergii |
Distribution
New Guinea Woodcock has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the New Guinea Woodcock endangered?
The New Guinea Woodcock has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the New Guinea Woodcock?
The New Guinea Woodcock has a wingspan of 29.6 cm, weight of 209.66666666666666 g.
What order and family does the New Guinea Woodcock belong to?
The New Guinea Woodcock (Scolopax rosenbergii) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Scolopacidae.
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