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Sri Lanka Woodshrike
Tephrodornis affinis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.0 cm
Weight
20.0 g
Family
Vangidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 20.0 g | 0.71 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Vangidae |
| Genus | Tephrodornis |
| Species | Tephrodornis affinis |
Distribution
Sri Lanka Woodshrike has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sri Lanka Woodshrike endangered?
The Sri Lanka Woodshrike has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Sri Lanka Woodshrike nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Sri Lanka Woodshrike?
The Sri Lanka Woodshrike has a wingspan of 16.0 cm, weight of 20.0 g.
What order and family does the Sri Lanka Woodshrike belong to?
The Sri Lanka Woodshrike (Tephrodornis affinis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Vangidae.
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