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Brown-headed Cowbird
Molothrus ater
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Least Concern
Envergure
21,0 cm
Poids
42,75 g
Famille
Icteridae
Ordre
Passeriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 21,0 cm | 8.3 in |
| Poids | 42,75 g | 1.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-11 days.
Taille de la couvée
4-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Molothrus |
| Espèces | Molothrus ater |
Distribution
Brown-headed Cowbird has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Brown-headed Cowbird endangered?
The Brown-headed Cowbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Brown-headed Cowbird nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-11 days.
How big is the Brown-headed Cowbird?
The Brown-headed Cowbird has a wingspan of 21.0 cm, weight of 42.75 g.
What order and family does the Brown-headed Cowbird belong to?
The Brown-headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Icteridae.
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