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Capped Heron
Pilherodius pileatus
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Least Concern
Envergadura
54,6 cm
Peso
550,8333333333334 g
Família
Ardeidae
Ordem
Pelecaniformes
The Capped Heron (Pilherodius pileatus) is a bird species in the family Ardeidae (herons & egrets), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 54.6 cm and a weight of 550.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 54,6 cm | 21.5 in |
| Peso | 550,8333333333334 g | 19.43 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservação
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportamento e reprodução
Nidificação
Incubation: 26-27 days.
Tamanho da postura
2-4
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Família | Ardeidae (Herons & Egrets) |
| Genus | Pilherodius |
| Espécies | Pilherodius pileatus |
Distribution
Capped Heron has been recorded in 4 countries.
Presente
Not recorded
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Perguntas frequentes
Is the Capped Heron endangered?
The Capped Heron has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Capped Heron nest?
Incubation: 26-27 days.
How big is the Capped Heron?
The Capped Heron has a wingspan of 54.6 cm, weight of 550.8333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Capped Heron belong to?
The Capped Heron (Pilherodius pileatus) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Ardeidae.
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