Grey-breasted Crake
Laterallus exilis
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Grey-breasted Crake (Laterallus exilis) is a small 14–15 cm crake of Central and South America, from Nicaragua to Brazil. Dark brown above; pale grey breast; rufous face; black-and-white barred flanks. Inhabits marshes, wet grassland, and flooded rice fields at low elevations. Secretive; detected by sharp calls. Feeds on invertebrates and seeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.7 cm | 5.8 in |
| Weight | 33.875 g | 1.19 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Species | Laterallus exilis |
Distribution
Grey-breasted Crake has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family