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Name |
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Eurasian wryneck |
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Scientific Name |
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Jynx torquilla |
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Size |
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Gardan eyenghta (19 cm) |
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Habitat |
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Open forest, rocky areas |
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Identification |
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Grey brown above, streaked and vermiculated |
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Status |
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Migratory, Breeds in Kashmir |
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Distribution |
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Entire Indian union |
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Food |
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Ants and other insects |
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Nest |
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May-June, A hollow in rotten branch |
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Eggs |
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6-8, White |
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Least concern |
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Terrestrial |
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Uncommon |
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Seen during migration in most part of M.P |
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