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Chestnut-tailed Starling
Sturnia malabarica
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Least Concern
Wingspan
20.1 cm
Weight
38.0 g
Family
Sturnidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Chestnut-tailed Starling (Sturnia malabarica) is a bird species in the family Sturnidae (starlings & mynas), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.1 cm and a weight of 38 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.1 cm | 7.9 in |
| Weight | 38.0 g | 1.34 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Sturnia |
| Species | Sturnia malabarica |
Distribution
Chestnut-tailed Starling has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut-tailed Starling endangered?
The Chestnut-tailed Starling has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chestnut-tailed Starling nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Chestnut-tailed Starling?
The Chestnut-tailed Starling has a wingspan of 20.1 cm, weight of 38.0 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut-tailed Starling belong to?
The Chestnut-tailed Starling (Sturnia malabarica) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.
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