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Rarotonga Starling
Aplonis cinerascens
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Near Threatened
Envergure
24,0 cm
Poids
82,5 g
Famille
Sturnidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 24,0 cm | 9.4 in |
| Poids | 82,5 g | 2.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Aplonis |
| Espèces | Aplonis cinerascens |
Distribution
Rarotonga Starling has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Rarotonga Starling endangered?
The Rarotonga Starling has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Rarotonga Starling nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Rarotonga Starling?
The Rarotonga Starling has a wingspan of 24.0 cm, weight of 82.5 g.
What order and family does the Rarotonga Starling belong to?
The Rarotonga Starling (Aplonis cinerascens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.
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