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Calayan Rail

Aptenorallus calayanensis

Vulnerable
Weight
244.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes

About

Calayan Rail (Aptenorallus calayanensis), 20 cm. Brown above; grey underparts; yellow-green bill; short wings suggesting flightlessness. Discovered in 2004; endemic to Calayan Island, Philippines. Inhabits forest undergrowth. Omnivore. Endangered; tiny single-island range with minimal forest remaining.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Weight 244.5 g 8.62 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

3

Taxonomy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Calayan Rail endangered?
The Calayan Rail has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Calayan Rail?
The Calayan Rail has a weight of 244.5 g.
What order and family does the Calayan Rail belong to?
The Calayan Rail (Aptenorallus calayanensis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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