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Taxonomy
● Kingdom: Animalia
● Phylum: Chordata
● SubPhylum: Vertebrata
● ● Class: Aves
● Order: Passeriformes
● Family: Thraupidae
● Genus and species: Piranga olivacea
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● Measurements
● Length: 7 inches
● Wingspan: 12 inches
● Weight: 28 grams
Nest Information
● Number of broods: 1
● Days spent incubating: 13-14
● Days until young fledge: 9-11
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