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Blue-capped Cordon-bleu
Uraeginthus cyanocephalus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.8 cm
Weight
10.166666666666666 g
Family
Estrildidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm | 4.3 in |
| Weight | 10.166666666666666 g | 0.36 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP,O. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 17-19 days.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Uraeginthus |
| Species | Uraeginthus cyanocephalus |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue-capped Cordon-bleu endangered?
The Blue-capped Cordon-bleu has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blue-capped Cordon-bleu nest?
Nest type: SP,O. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 17-19 days.
How big is the Blue-capped Cordon-bleu?
The Blue-capped Cordon-bleu has a wingspan of 10.8 cm, weight of 10.166666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Blue-capped Cordon-bleu belong to?
The Blue-capped Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus cyanocephalus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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