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Yellow-breasted Crake
Laterallus flaviventer
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.2 cm
Weight
24.825 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Yellow-breasted Crake (Laterallus flaviventer) is a small 13–15 cm crake of tropical America, from Mexico to Brazil. Buffy-yellow below with black-and-white barred flanks; dark brown streaked above; yellowish bill. Inhabits floating aquatic vegetation, rice paddies, and grassy marsh edges. Secretive; walks on floating mats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Weight | 24.825 g | 0.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Species | Laterallus flaviventer |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-breasted Crake endangered?
The Yellow-breasted Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Yellow-breasted Crake?
The Yellow-breasted Crake has a wingspan of 13.2 cm, weight of 24.825 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-breasted Crake belong to?
The Yellow-breasted Crake (Laterallus flaviventer) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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