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Bare-eyed Rail
Gymnocrex plumbeiventris
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Least Concern
Wingspan
38.4 cm
Weight
287.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Bare-eyed Rail (Gymnocrex plumbeiventris) is a 27–31 cm rail of the Moluccas and New Guinea region. Grey below; brown above; distinctive bare red-orange facial skin around eye. Inhabits lowland rainforest, secondary forest, and forest edges near water. Secretive; walks through leaf litter foraging for invertebrates and small vertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 38.4 cm | 15.1 in |
| Weight | 287.5 g | 10.14 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Gymnocrex |
| Species | Gymnocrex plumbeiventris |
Distribution
Bare-eyed 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 Bare-eyed Rail endangered?
The Bare-eyed Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Bare-eyed Rail?
The Bare-eyed Rail has a wingspan of 38.4 cm, weight of 287.5 g.
What order and family does the Bare-eyed Rail belong to?
The Bare-eyed Rail (Gymnocrex plumbeiventris) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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