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Brown-winged Kingfisher
Pelargopsis amauroptera
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Near Threatened
Envergure
27,8 cm
Poids
162,0 g
Famille
Alcedinidae
Ordre
Coraciiformes
The Brown-winged Kingfisher (Pelargopsis amauroptera) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.8 cm and a weight of 162 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 27,8 cm | 10.9 in |
| Poids | 162,0 g | 5.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU.
Taille de la couvée
3-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Famille | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Pelargopsis |
| Espèces | Pelargopsis amauroptera |
Distribution
Brown-winged Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Brown-winged Kingfisher endangered?
The Brown-winged Kingfisher has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Brown-winged Kingfisher nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Brown-winged Kingfisher?
The Brown-winged Kingfisher has a wingspan of 27.8 cm, weight of 162.0 g.
What order and family does the Brown-winged Kingfisher belong to?
The Brown-winged Kingfisher (Pelargopsis amauroptera) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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