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Rufous-faced Crake
Laterallus xenopterus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
13.9 cm
Weight
59.75 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
Rufous-faced Crake (Laterallus xenopterus) is a small 14–16 cm crake of central South America, found in Paraguay, Brazil, and Bolivia. Dark brown above; bright rufous face and breast with white-and-black barred flanks. Inhabits wet grasslands and marshes. Secretive and little-studied; detected primarily by call.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.9 cm | 5.5 in |
| Weight | 59.75 g | 2.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Species | Laterallus xenopterus |
Distribution
Rufous-faced Crake has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-faced Crake endangered?
The Rufous-faced Crake has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Rufous-faced Crake?
The Rufous-faced Crake has a wingspan of 13.9 cm, weight of 59.75 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-faced Crake belong to?
The Rufous-faced Crake (Laterallus xenopterus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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