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Grey-cowled Wood-rail
Aramides cajaneus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
35.7 cm
Weight
400.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
Grey-cowled Wood-rail (Aramides cajaneus), 38 cm. Grey head and breast; rufous neck and flanks; olive back; red legs. Widespread from Nicaragua to Argentina and Trinidad. Inhabits forest near water, mangroves and swamp margins. Omnivore. Least Concern; common and adaptable.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 35.7 cm | 14.1 in |
| Weight | 400.0 g | 14.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 20 days. Fledging: 29 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Aramides |
| Species | Aramides cajaneus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grey-cowled Wood-rail endangered?
The Grey-cowled Wood-rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Grey-cowled Wood-rail nest?
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 20 days. Fledging: 29 days.
How big is the Grey-cowled Wood-rail?
The Grey-cowled Wood-rail has a wingspan of 35.7 cm, weight of 400.0 g.
What order and family does the Grey-cowled Wood-rail belong to?
The Grey-cowled Wood-rail (Aramides cajaneus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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