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Brown-banded Rail
Lewinia mirifica
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Data Deficient
Wingspan
19.4 cm
Weight
64.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Brown-banded Rail (Lewinia mirifica), 23 cm. Brown with dark streaks above; brown breast band and barred flanks. Endemic to Luzon, Philippines. Inhabits freshwater marshes and tall grass in lowland areas. Omnivore. Endangered; restricted range with severe wetland drainage.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.4 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 64.0 g | 2.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Data Deficient
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Lewinia |
| Species | Lewinia mirifica |
Distribution
Brown-banded Rail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brown-banded Rail endangered?
The Brown-banded Rail has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
How big is the Brown-banded Rail?
The Brown-banded Rail has a wingspan of 19.4 cm, weight of 64.0 g.
What order and family does the Brown-banded Rail belong to?
The Brown-banded Rail (Lewinia mirifica) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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