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Cape Starling
Lamprotornis nitens
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Least Concern
Envergure
23,7 cm
Poids
89,51666666666667 g
Famille
Sturnidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Cape Starling (Lamprotornis nitens) is a bird species in the family Sturnidae (starlings & mynas), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.7 cm and a weight of 89.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 23,7 cm | 9.3 in |
| Poids | 89,51666666666667 g | 3.16 oz |
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Lamprotornis |
| Espèces | Lamprotornis nitens |
Distribution
Cape Starling has been recorded in 2 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Cape Starling endangered?
The Cape Starling has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Cape Starling?
The Cape Starling has a wingspan of 23.7 cm, weight of 89.51666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Cape Starling belong to?
The Cape Starling (Lamprotornis nitens) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.
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