Red-backed fairywren — size comparison

The red-backed fairywren inhabits Australian grassland and low scrub. Breeding males have red backs contrasting with black body areas. Insects and other small a

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Length

wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaReference values · details in the profiles

Red-backed fairywren

Malurus melanocephalus

ok. 12,25 cmDorosły ptak
total length

wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaMeasurement: side

Mass
6–10 gDorosłe osobniki
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Boy: approx. 115 cm
Total lengthScale in cm
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Red-backed fairywrenTotal lengthapprox. 12.25 cm

The scale compares the named dimensions. View direction and measurement points are given for each animal.

Scale based on the stated dimensions for each animal

Boy: approx. 115 cm
Red-backed fairywren — size comparison — facts and sources

The red-backed fairywren inhabits Australian grassland and low scrub. Breeding males have red backs contrasting with black body areas. Insects and other small arthropods are gathered among stems and near the ground.

Nests are concealed low in vegetation. Small family groups may include additional helpers feeding the pair’s chicks.

Measurement sources