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Village Indigobird
Vidua chalybeata
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.8 cm
Weight
12.875 g
Family
Viduidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.8 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 12.875 g | 0.45 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 17-18 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Viduidae |
| Genus | Vidua |
| Species | Vidua chalybeata |
Distribution
Village Indigobird has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Village Indigobird endangered?
The Village Indigobird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Village Indigobird nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 11-12 days. Fledging: 17-18 days.
How big is the Village Indigobird?
The Village Indigobird has a wingspan of 12.8 cm, weight of 12.875 g.
What order and family does the Village Indigobird belong to?
The Village Indigobird (Vidua chalybeata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Viduidae.
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