Ashy-throated Parrotbill
Suthora alphonsiana
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Least Concern
Weight
8.78 g
Family
Paradoxornithidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Ashy-throated Parrotbill is a small passerine found in bamboo and shrubby habitats in the mountains of southwestern China and adjacent Southeast Asia. Weighing under 9g, it has a distinctive pale grey throat and the stubby, deep bill characteristic of parrotbills. It forages in small flocks, extracting seeds and insects from bamboo stems.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.78 g | 0.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Paradoxornithidae |
| Genus | Suthora |
| Species | Suthora alphonsiana |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ashy-throated Parrotbill endangered?
The Ashy-throated Parrotbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ashy-throated Parrotbill nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Ashy-throated Parrotbill?
The Ashy-throated Parrotbill has a weight of 8.78 g.
What order and family does the Ashy-throated Parrotbill belong to?
The Ashy-throated Parrotbill (Suthora alphonsiana) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Paradoxornithidae.
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