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Little Wood-rail
Aramides mangle
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Least Concern
Wingspan
32.0 cm
Weight
183.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Little Wood-rail (Aramides mangle), 28 cm. Olive-brown above; grey head and breast; rufous flanks. Endemic to mangroves and adjacent coastal scrub of Brazil. Omnivore: crabs, molluscs and invertebrates in tidal mud. Vulnerable; restricted to Brazilian coastal mangroves.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 32.0 cm | 12.6 in |
| Weight | 183.0 g | 6.46 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
5-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Aramides |
| Species | Aramides mangle |
Distribution
Little 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 Little Wood-rail endangered?
The Little Wood-rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Little Wood-rail nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Little Wood-rail?
The Little Wood-rail has a wingspan of 32.0 cm, weight of 183.0 g.
What order and family does the Little Wood-rail belong to?
The Little Wood-rail (Aramides mangle) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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