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Greater Antillean Grackle
Quiscalus niger
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Least Concern
Envergure
27,1 cm
Poids
79,7 g
Famille
Icteridae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Greater Antillean Grackle (Quiscalus niger) is a bird species in the family Icteridae (new world blackbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.1 cm and a weight of 79.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 27,1 cm | 10.7 in |
| Poids | 79,7 g | 2.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 23 days.
Taille de la couvée
3-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Quiscalus |
| Espèces | Quiscalus niger |
Distribution
Greater Antillean Grackle has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Greater Antillean Grackle endangered?
The Greater Antillean Grackle has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Greater Antillean Grackle nest?
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 23 days.
How big is the Greater Antillean Grackle?
The Greater Antillean Grackle has a wingspan of 27.1 cm, weight of 79.7 g.
What order and family does the Greater Antillean Grackle belong to?
The Greater Antillean Grackle (Quiscalus niger) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Icteridae.
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