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Long-tailed Paradise-whydah
Vidua paradisaea
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.7 cm
Weight
21.0 g
Family
Viduidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.7 cm | 6.2 in |
| Weight | 21.0 g | 0.74 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 11 days. Fledging: 21 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Viduidae |
| Genus | Vidua |
| Species | Vidua paradisaea |
Distribution
Long-tailed Paradise-whydah has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-tailed Paradise-whydah endangered?
The Long-tailed Paradise-whydah has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Long-tailed Paradise-whydah nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 11 days. Fledging: 21 days.
How big is the Long-tailed Paradise-whydah?
The Long-tailed Paradise-whydah has a wingspan of 15.7 cm, weight of 21.0 g.
What order and family does the Long-tailed Paradise-whydah belong to?
The Long-tailed Paradise-whydah (Vidua paradisaea) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Viduidae.
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