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Southern Emu-wren
Stipiturus malachurus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
8.4 cm
Weight
7.25 g
Family
Maluridae
Order
Passeriformes
The Southern Emu-wren (Stipiturus malachurus) is a bird species in the family Maluridae (fairywrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 8.4 cm and a weight of 7.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 8.4 cm | 3.3 in |
| Weight | 7.25 g | 0.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 11-15 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Maluridae (Fairywrens) |
| Genus | Stipiturus |
| Species | Stipiturus malachurus |
Distribution
Southern Emu-wren has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southern Emu-wren endangered?
The Southern Emu-wren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Southern Emu-wren nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 11-15 days.
How big is the Southern Emu-wren?
The Southern Emu-wren has a wingspan of 8.4 cm, weight of 7.25 g.
What order and family does the Southern Emu-wren belong to?
The Southern Emu-wren (Stipiturus malachurus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Maluridae.
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