Apostlebird
Struthidea cinerea
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<birdfyi-bird slug="struthidea-cinerea"></birdfyi-bird>The Apostlebird (Struthidea cinerea) is a bird species in the family Corcoracidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.3 cm and a weight of 132.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Apostlebird is a medium-sized grey-brown bird from Australia, weighing about 133 grams with a wingspan near 29 cm. It lives in cooperative family groups, traditionally said to number twelve like the apostles, foraging on the ground for insects and seeds in open woodlands and scrublands. Its noisy, chattering calls and gregarious behavior make it a conspicuous presence across inland eastern Australia.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.3 cm | 11.5 in |
| Weight | 132.5 g | 4.67 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-20 days. Fledging: 18-20 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corcoracidae |
| Genus | Struthidea |
| Species | Struthidea cinerea |
Distribution
Apostlebird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Corcoracidae family