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Cape Grassbird
Sphenoeacus afer
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.2 cm
Weight
30.433333333333334 g
Family
Macrosphenidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Cape Grassbird (Sphenoeacus afer) is a bird species in the family Macrosphenidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.2 cm and a weight of 30.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 30.433333333333334 g | 1.07 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-17 days. Fledging: 14-16 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Macrosphenidae |
| Genus | Sphenoeacus |
| Species | Sphenoeacus afer |
Distribution
Cape Grassbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cape Grassbird endangered?
The Cape Grassbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cape Grassbird nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-17 days. Fledging: 14-16 days.
How big is the Cape Grassbird?
The Cape Grassbird has a wingspan of 13.2 cm, weight of 30.433333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Cape Grassbird belong to?
The Cape Grassbird (Sphenoeacus afer) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Macrosphenidae.
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