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Bali Myna

Leucopsar rothschildi

Critically Endangered
Envergure
26,2 cm
Poids
92,5 g
Famille
Sturnidae
Ordre
Passeriformes

The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) is a bird species in the family Sturnidae (starlings & mynas), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26.2 cm and a weight of 92.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Critically Endangered.

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The Bali Myna is a Critically Endangered starling endemic to the island of Bali, Indonesia, weighing about 92.5g with a wingspan of 26.2cm. It has snow-white plumage with black wingtips and a vivid blue eye patch, and is one of the rarest birds in the world. Trapping for the cage-bird trade has devastated wild populations, though captive breeding and reintroduction programs are ongoing.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 26,2 cm 10.3 in
Poids 92,5 g 3.26 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Taille de la couvée

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Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas)
Genus Leucopsar
Espèces Leucopsar rothschildi

Distribution

Bali Myna has been recorded in 2 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the Bali Myna endangered?
The Bali Myna has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How big is the Bali Myna?
The Bali Myna has a wingspan of 26.2 cm, weight of 92.5 g.
What order and family does the Bali Myna belong to?
The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.

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