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Chestnut-backed Owlet
Glaucidium castanotum
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Near Threatened
Envergure
25,2 cm
Poids
100,0 g
Famille
Strigidae
Ordre
Strigiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 25,2 cm | 9.9 in |
| Poids | 100,0 g | 3.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Famille | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Glaucidium |
| Espèces | Glaucidium castanotum |
Distribution
Chestnut-backed Owlet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Chestnut-backed Owlet endangered?
The Chestnut-backed Owlet has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Chestnut-backed Owlet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Chestnut-backed Owlet?
The Chestnut-backed Owlet has a wingspan of 25.2 cm, weight of 100.0 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut-backed Owlet belong to?
The Chestnut-backed Owlet (Glaucidium castanotum) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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