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Himalayan Shortwing
Brachypteryx cruralis
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Least Concern
Envergure
12,9 cm
Poids
21,5 g
Famille
Muscicapidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 12,9 cm | 5.1 in |
| Poids | 21,5 g | 0.76 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM.
Taille de la couvée
3-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Brachypteryx |
| Espèces | Brachypteryx cruralis |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Himalayan Shortwing endangered?
The Himalayan Shortwing has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Himalayan Shortwing nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Himalayan Shortwing?
The Himalayan Shortwing has a wingspan of 12.9 cm, weight of 21.5 g.
What order and family does the Himalayan Shortwing belong to?
The Himalayan Shortwing (Brachypteryx cruralis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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