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Shaft-tailed Whydah
Vidua regia
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.0 cm
Weight
14.45 g
Family
Viduidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.0 cm | 5.5 in |
| Weight | 14.45 g | 0.51 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 20 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Viduidae |
| Genus | Vidua |
| Species | Vidua regia |
Distribution
Shaft-tailed Whydah has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Shaft-tailed Whydah endangered?
The Shaft-tailed Whydah has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Shaft-tailed Whydah nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 20 days.
How big is the Shaft-tailed Whydah?
The Shaft-tailed Whydah has a wingspan of 14.0 cm, weight of 14.45 g.
What order and family does the Shaft-tailed Whydah belong to?
The Shaft-tailed Whydah (Vidua regia) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Viduidae.
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