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Rufous-crowned Emu-wren
Stipiturus ruficeps
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Least Concern
Wingspan
7.6 cm
Weight
5.1 g
Family
Maluridae
Order
Passeriformes
The Rufous-crowned Emu-wren (Stipiturus ruficeps) is a bird species in the family Maluridae (fairywrens), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 7.6 cm and a weight of 5.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 7.6 cm | 3.0 in |
| Weight | 5.1 g | 0.18 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Maluridae (Fairywrens) |
| Genus | Stipiturus |
| Species | Stipiturus ruficeps |
Distribution
Rufous-crowned Emu-wren has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-crowned Emu-wren endangered?
The Rufous-crowned Emu-wren has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Rufous-crowned Emu-wren?
The Rufous-crowned Emu-wren has a wingspan of 7.6 cm, weight of 5.1 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-crowned Emu-wren belong to?
The Rufous-crowned Emu-wren (Stipiturus ruficeps) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Maluridae.
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