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Chestnut Rail
Eulabeornis castaneoventris
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Least Concern
Wingspan
43.0 cm
Weight
699.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Chestnut Rail (Eulabeornis castaneoventris), 40 cm. Grey head and back; warm chestnut belly; red bill. Inhabits mangrove and tidal forest of northern Australia and southern New Guinea. Omnivore: crabs, fish and invertebrates. Least Concern; mangrove specialist.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 43.0 cm | 16.9 in |
| Weight | 699.0 g | 24.66 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
4-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Eulabeornis |
| Species | Eulabeornis castaneoventris |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut Rail endangered?
The Chestnut Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chestnut Rail nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Chestnut Rail?
The Chestnut Rail has a wingspan of 43.0 cm, weight of 699.0 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut Rail belong to?
The Chestnut Rail (Eulabeornis castaneoventris) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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