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White-backed Night Heron
Calherodius leuconotus
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Least Concern
Envergure
49,6 cm
Poids
440,0 g
Famille
Ardeidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 49,6 cm | 19.5 in |
| Poids | 440,0 g | 15.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 23-26 days. Fledging: 42-56 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Calherodius |
| Espèces | Calherodius leuconotus |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the White-backed Night Heron endangered?
The White-backed Night Heron has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-backed Night Heron nest?
Incubation: 23-26 days. Fledging: 42-56 days.
How big is the White-backed Night Heron?
The White-backed Night Heron has a wingspan of 49.6 cm, weight of 440.0 g.
What order and family does the White-backed Night Heron belong to?
The White-backed Night Heron (Calherodius leuconotus) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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