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Russet-naped Wood-rail
Aramides albiventris
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Least Concern
Wingspan
35.7 cm
Weight
499.75 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Russet-naped Wood-rail (Aramides albiventris), 38 cm. Grey head, rufous nape and breast, olive back, white belly. Found in mangroves, wet forest and swampy areas from Mexico to Costa Rica. Omnivore. Least Concern; moderately common in Central American mangroves.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 35.7 cm | 14.1 in |
| Weight | 499.75 g | 17.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Aramides |
| Species | Aramides albiventris |
Distribution
Russet-naped Wood-rail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Russet-naped Wood-rail endangered?
The Russet-naped Wood-rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Russet-naped Wood-rail nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Russet-naped Wood-rail?
The Russet-naped Wood-rail has a wingspan of 35.7 cm, weight of 499.75 g.
What order and family does the Russet-naped Wood-rail belong to?
The Russet-naped Wood-rail (Aramides albiventris) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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