New Guinea Woodcock
Scolopax rosenbergii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="scolopax-rosenbergii"></birdfyi-bird>The New Guinea Woodcock (Scolopax rosenbergii) is a bird species in the family Scolopacidae (sandpipers & snipes), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.6 cm and a weight of 209.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
New Guinea Woodcock: 34–38 cm, little-known woodcock endemic to montane forests of New Guinea above 1,500 m. Nocturnal forest wader with cryptic rufous-brown plumage. Probes humus-rich forest floor for earthworms. Sedentary montane endemic. Considered locally uncommon; rarely observed due to nocturnal, skulking habits.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 29,6 cm | 11.7 in |
| Poids | 209,66666666666666 g | 7.40 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Scolopax |
| Espèces | Scolopax rosenbergii |
Distribution
New Guinea Woodcock has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Scolopacidae family