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Long-tailed Ground-roller
Uratelornis chimaera
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
21.4 cm
Weight
226.0 g
Family
Brachypteraciidae
Order
Coraciiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.4 cm | 8.4 in |
| Weight | 226.0 g | 7.97 oz |
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Brachypteraciidae |
| Genus | Uratelornis |
| Species | Uratelornis chimaera |
Distribution
Long-tailed Ground-roller has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-tailed Ground-roller endangered?
The Long-tailed Ground-roller has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Long-tailed Ground-roller nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Long-tailed Ground-roller?
The Long-tailed Ground-roller has a wingspan of 21.4 cm, weight of 226.0 g.
What order and family does the Long-tailed Ground-roller belong to?
The Long-tailed Ground-roller (Uratelornis chimaera) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Brachypteraciidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Brachypteraciidae family