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Javan Woodcock

Scolopax saturata

Near Threatened
Wingspan
29.2 cm
Weight
204.5 g
Family
Scolopacidae
Order
Charadriiformes
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Javan Woodcock: 33–37 cm, woodcock restricted to montane forest on Java and Sumatra, Indonesia. Nocturnal, cryptic plumage of warm brown and black barring. Probes moist forest floor for earthworms and invertebrates. NT. Threatened by deforestation and agricultural encroachment. Sedentary montane endemic.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 29.2 cm 11.5 in
Weight 204.5 g 7.21 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PL.

Clutch Size

2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Family Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes)
Genus Scolopax
Species Scolopax saturata

Distribution

Javan Woodcock has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Javan Woodcock endangered?
The Javan Woodcock has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Javan Woodcock nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Javan Woodcock?
The Javan Woodcock has a wingspan of 29.2 cm, weight of 204.5 g.
What order and family does the Javan Woodcock belong to?
The Javan Woodcock (Scolopax saturata) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Scolopacidae.

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