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Brown-headed Cowbird
Molothrus ater
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Least Concern
翼開長
21.0 cm
体重
42.75 g
科
Icteridae
目
Passeriformes
The Brown-headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) is a bird species in the family Icteridae (new world blackbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21 cm and a weight of 42.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼開長 | 21.0 cm | 8.3 in |
| 体重 | 42.75 g | 1.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
保全状況
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
行動と繁殖
営巣
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-11 days.
一腹卵数
4-5
分類学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| 科 | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Molothrus |
| 種 | Molothrus ater |
Distribution
Brown-headed Cowbird has been recorded in 3 countries.
生息あり
Not recorded
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External Databases
よくある質問
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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