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Metallic Starling
Aplonis metallica
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Least Concern
Envergure
21,5 cm
Poids
56,916666666666664 g
Famille
Sturnidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Metallic Starling (Aplonis metallica) is a bird species in the family Sturnidae (starlings & mynas), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.5 cm and a weight of 56.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 21,5 cm | 8.5 in |
| Poids | 56,916666666666664 g | 2.01 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM.
Taille de la couvée
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Aplonis |
| Espèces | Aplonis metallica |
Distribution
Metallic Starling has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Metallic Starling endangered?
The Metallic Starling has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Metallic Starling nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Metallic Starling?
The Metallic Starling has a wingspan of 21.5 cm, weight of 56.916666666666664 g.
What order and family does the Metallic Starling belong to?
The Metallic Starling (Aplonis metallica) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.
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