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Lesser Shortwing
Brachypteryx leucophris
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Least Concern
Envergure
11,3 cm
Poids
15,433333333333332 g
Famille
Muscicapidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Lesser Shortwing (Brachypteryx leucophris) is a bird species in the family Muscicapidae (old world flycatchers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.3 cm and a weight of 15.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 11,3 cm | 4.4 in |
| Poids | 15,433333333333332 g | 0.54 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Muscicapidae (Old World Flycatchers) |
| Genus | Brachypteryx |
| Espèces | Brachypteryx leucophris |
Distribution
Lesser Shortwing has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Lesser Shortwing endangered?
The Lesser Shortwing has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Lesser Shortwing nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Lesser Shortwing?
The Lesser Shortwing has a wingspan of 11.3 cm, weight of 15.433333333333332 g.
What order and family does the Lesser Shortwing belong to?
The Lesser Shortwing (Brachypteryx leucophris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Muscicapidae.
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