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Nilgiri Blue Sholakili
Sholicola major
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
15.4 cm
Weight
23.0 g
Family
Muscicapidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Nilgiri Blue Sholakili (Sholicola major) is a bird species in the family Muscicapidae (old world flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.4 cm and a weight of 23 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 23.0 g | 0.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,CV.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Sholicola |
| Species | Sholicola major |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nilgiri Blue Sholakili endangered?
The Nilgiri Blue Sholakili has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Nilgiri Blue Sholakili nest?
Nest type: CP,CV.
How big is the Nilgiri Blue Sholakili?
The Nilgiri Blue Sholakili has a wingspan of 15.4 cm, weight of 23.0 g.
What order and family does the Nilgiri Blue Sholakili belong to?
The Nilgiri Blue Sholakili (Sholicola major) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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