Abyssinian Longclaw

Abyssinian Longclaw

Macronyx flavicollis

Near Threatened
Envergadura
17,6 cm
Peso
45,1 g
Familia
Motacillidae
Orden
Passeriformes

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The Abyssinian Longclaw is a near-threatened bird weighing about 45g, endemic to Ethiopian highland grasslands. Its yellow throat contrasts sharply with its streaked brown upperparts.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergadura 17,6 cm 6.9 in
Peso 45,1 g 1.59 oz

Habitat & Range

Estado de conservación

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Comportamiento y reproducción

Nidificación

Nest type: CP.

Tamaño de la puesta

2-3

Taxonomía

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Orden Passeriformes (Aves Canoras)
Familia Motacillidae (Lavanderas y Bisbitas)
Genus Macronyx
Especies Macronyx flavicollis

Distribution

Abyssinian Longclaw has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Preguntas frecuentes

Is the Abyssinian Longclaw endangered?
The Abyssinian Longclaw has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Abyssinian Longclaw nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Abyssinian Longclaw?
The Abyssinian Longclaw has a wingspan of 17.6 cm, weight of 45.1 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Longclaw belong to?
The Abyssinian Longclaw (Macronyx flavicollis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Motacillidae.

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