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Scaly-breasted Munia
Lonchura punctulata
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Least Concern
Envergure
10,5 cm
Poids
14,0 g
Famille
Estrildidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 10,5 cm | 4.1 in |
| Poids | 14,0 g | 0.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 18-19 days.
Taille de la couvée
3-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Estrildidae (Waxbills & Munias) |
| Genus | Lonchura |
| Espèces | Lonchura punctulata |
Distribution
Scaly-breasted Munia has been recorded in 18 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Scaly-breasted Munia endangered?
The Scaly-breasted Munia has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Scaly-breasted Munia nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 18-19 days.
How big is the Scaly-breasted Munia?
The Scaly-breasted Munia has a wingspan of 10.5 cm, weight of 14.0 g.
What order and family does the Scaly-breasted Munia belong to?
The Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Estrildidae.
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