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Cardinal Quelea
Quelea cardinalis
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Least Concern
Envergure
11,6 cm
Poids
12,85 g
Famille
Ploceidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Cardinal Quelea (Quelea cardinalis) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.6 cm and a weight of 12.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 11,6 cm | 4.6 in |
| Poids | 12,85 g | 0.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 16-18 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Quelea |
| Espèces | Quelea cardinalis |
Distribution
Cardinal Quelea has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Cardinal Quelea endangered?
The Cardinal Quelea has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cardinal Quelea nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 16-18 days.
How big is the Cardinal Quelea?
The Cardinal Quelea has a wingspan of 11.6 cm, weight of 12.85 g.
What order and family does the Cardinal Quelea belong to?
The Cardinal Quelea (Quelea cardinalis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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