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Nihoa Finch
Telespiza ultima
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
15.5 cm
Weight
24.5 g
Family
Fringillidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Nihoa Finch (Telespiza ultima) is a bird species in the family Fringillidae (finches), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.5 cm and a weight of 24.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Critically Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.5 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 24.5 g | 0.86 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 24 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Telespiza |
| Species | Telespiza ultima |
Distribution
Nihoa Finch has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nihoa Finch endangered?
The Nihoa Finch has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Nihoa Finch nest?
Nest type: CR. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 24 days.
How big is the Nihoa Finch?
The Nihoa Finch has a wingspan of 15.5 cm, weight of 24.5 g.
What order and family does the Nihoa Finch belong to?
The Nihoa Finch (Telespiza ultima) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Fringillidae.
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