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Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher
Tanysiptera nympha
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.4 cm
Weight
53.666666666666664 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.4 cm | 7.2 in |
| Weight | 53.666666666666664 g | 1.89 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Tanysiptera |
| Species | Tanysiptera nympha |
Distribution
Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher endangered?
The Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher?
The Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher has a wingspan of 18.4 cm, weight of 53.666666666666664 g.
What order and family does the Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher belong to?
The Red-breasted Paradise-kingfisher (Tanysiptera nympha) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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