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Uniform Crake
Amaurolimnas concolor
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.8 cm
Weight
114.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Uniform Crake (Amaurolimnas concolor), 20 cm. Entirely warm brown; short tail. Found in dense tropical lowland undergrowth from Mexico to Bolivia and Brazil. Inhabits forest undergrowth near water. Omnivore. Least Concern; secretive and poorly known.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.8 cm | 9.8 in |
| Weight | 114.0 g | 4.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Amaurolimnas |
| Species | Amaurolimnas concolor |
Distribution
Uniform Crake has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Uniform Crake endangered?
The Uniform Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Uniform Crake nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Uniform Crake?
The Uniform Crake has a wingspan of 24.8 cm, weight of 114.0 g.
What order and family does the Uniform Crake belong to?
The Uniform Crake (Amaurolimnas concolor) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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