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Corncrake
Crex crex
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Least Concern
Wingspan
27.4 cm
Weight
158.75 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Corncrake (Crex crex), 28 cm. Streaky buff-brown; distinctive chestnut wings visible in flight; rasping 'crex-crex' call. Breeds in hay meadows across Europe and western Asia; winters in eastern and southern Africa. Omnivore. Near Threatened; intensive agriculture has caused severe decline.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.4 cm | 10.8 in |
| Weight | 158.75 g | 5.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC,SC. Incubation: 16-19 days. Fledging: 34-38 days.
Clutch Size
8-12
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Crex |
| Species | Crex crex |
Distribution
Corncrake has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Corncrake endangered?
The Corncrake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Corncrake nest?
Nest type: HC,SC. Incubation: 16-19 days. Fledging: 34-38 days.
How big is the Corncrake?
The Corncrake has a wingspan of 27.4 cm, weight of 158.75 g.
What order and family does the Corncrake belong to?
The Corncrake (Crex crex) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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