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Ruddy Crake
Laterallus ruber
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.3 cm
Weight
45.2 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Ruddy Crake (Laterallus ruber) is a small 14–16 cm, richly colored crake of Central America. Bright chestnut-rufous body; grey head; greenish bill. Inhabits wet grassy marshes, rice paddies, and flooded fields from Mexico to Costa Rica. Secretive but often calls at dusk; its purring trill is a distinctive wetland sound.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.3 cm | 6.4 in |
| Weight | 45.2 g | 1.59 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Species | Laterallus ruber |
Distribution
Ruddy Crake has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ruddy Crake endangered?
The Ruddy Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ruddy Crake nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the Ruddy Crake?
The Ruddy Crake has a wingspan of 16.3 cm, weight of 45.2 g.
What order and family does the Ruddy Crake belong to?
The Ruddy Crake (Laterallus ruber) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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