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Slaty-breasted Rail
Lewinia striata
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.0 cm
Weight
121.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Slaty-breasted Rail (Lewinia striata), 28 cm. Blue-grey breast and head; brown streaked back; barred white flanks; red bill. Found from Bangladesh through Southeast Asia to the Philippines and Indonesia. Inhabits reedbeds and rice paddies. Omnivore. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.0 cm | 9.1 in |
| Weight | 121.0 g | 4.27 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 19-22 days.
Clutch Size
5-9
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Lewinia |
| Species | Lewinia striata |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Slaty-breasted Rail endangered?
The Slaty-breasted Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Slaty-breasted Rail nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 19-22 days.
How big is the Slaty-breasted Rail?
The Slaty-breasted Rail has a wingspan of 23.0 cm, weight of 121.0 g.
What order and family does the Slaty-breasted Rail belong to?
The Slaty-breasted Rail (Lewinia striata) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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