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Madagascar Pratincole
Glareola ocularis
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Near Threatened
Envergure
38,1 cm
Poids
103,0 g
Famille
Glareolidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Madagascar Pratincole: 22–25 cm, dark brown pratincole with a white supercilium, white belly, and reddish-brown underwings. Breeds on rocky rivers of Madagascar; migrates to winter on the East African coast from Kenya to Mozambique. Aerial insectivore. Regional migrant between Madagascar and East Africa. NT.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 38,1 cm | 15.0 in |
| Poids | 103,0 g | 3.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC.
Taille de la couvée
1-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Glareolidae (Pratincoles & Coursers) |
| Genus | Glareola |
| Espèces | Glareola ocularis |
Distribution
Madagascar Pratincole has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Madagascar Pratincole endangered?
The Madagascar Pratincole has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Madagascar Pratincole nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Madagascar Pratincole?
The Madagascar Pratincole has a wingspan of 38.1 cm, weight of 103.0 g.
What order and family does the Madagascar Pratincole belong to?
The Madagascar Pratincole (Glareola ocularis) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Glareolidae.
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