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Isabelline Bush-hen

Amaurornis isabellina

Least Concern
Wingspan
33.4 cm
Weight
168.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes

About

Isabelline Bush-hen (Amaurornis isabellina) is a 26–30 cm rail endemic to Sulawesi, Indonesia. Uniformly isabelline (pale brownish-buff) plumage; greenish bill; reddish legs. Inhabits lowland forest-edge marshes and reed beds on Sulawesi and nearby satellite islands. Uncommon and secretive. Feeds on invertebrates and seeds.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 33.4 cm 13.1 in
Weight 168.5 g 5.94 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Family Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Amaurornis
Species Amaurornis isabellina

Distribution

Isabelline Bush-hen has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Isabelline Bush-hen endangered?
The Isabelline Bush-hen has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Isabelline Bush-hen?
The Isabelline Bush-hen has a wingspan of 33.4 cm, weight of 168.5 g.
What order and family does the Isabelline Bush-hen belong to?
The Isabelline Bush-hen (Amaurornis isabellina) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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