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Imperial Snipe
Gallinago imperialis
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Near Threatened
Envergure
30,6 cm
Poids
196,0 g
Famille
Scolopacidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Imperial Snipe: 28–31 cm, large robust snipe of Andean cloud forest from Venezuela and Colombia south to Peru. Cryptic dark brown plumage with fine pale streaking. Inhabits dense wet forest above 2,000 m; probes soft soil for worms and invertebrates. NT. Rarely observed; known primarily from display calls at dusk in forest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 30,6 cm | 12.0 in |
| Poids | 196,0 g | 6.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Gallinago |
| Espèces | Gallinago imperialis |
Distribution
Imperial Snipe has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Imperial Snipe endangered?
The Imperial Snipe has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Imperial Snipe?
The Imperial Snipe has a wingspan of 30.6 cm, weight of 196.0 g.
What order and family does the Imperial Snipe belong to?
The Imperial Snipe (Gallinago imperialis) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Scolopacidae.
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