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Steel-blue Whydah
Vidua hypocherina
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.9 cm
Weight
12.0 g
Family
Viduidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Steel-blue Whydah (Vidua hypocherina) is a bird species in the family Viduidae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 12.9 cm and a weight of 12 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.9 cm | 5.1 in |
| Weight | 12.0 g | 0.42 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Fledging: 20 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Viduidae |
| Genus | Vidua |
| Species | Vidua hypocherina |
Distribution
Steel-blue Whydah has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Steel-blue Whydah endangered?
The Steel-blue Whydah has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Steel-blue Whydah nest?
Nest type: NO. Fledging: 20 days.
How big is the Steel-blue Whydah?
The Steel-blue Whydah has a wingspan of 12.9 cm, weight of 12.0 g.
What order and family does the Steel-blue Whydah belong to?
The Steel-blue Whydah (Vidua hypocherina) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Viduidae.
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