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Tsingy Forest Rail
Mentocrex beankaensis
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
28.4 cm
Weight
246.0 g
Family
Sarothruridae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
Tsingy Forest Rail (Mentocrex beankaensis), 21 cm. Similar to Madagascar Forest Rail but adapted to the Tsingy limestone formations in western Madagascar. Cryptic brown plumage; red bill. Omnivore in dense karst forest undergrowth. Vulnerable; restricted to the Beanka forest and adjacent tsingy habitats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.4 cm | 11.2 in |
| Weight | 246.0 g | 8.68 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Mentocrex |
| Species | Mentocrex beankaensis |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tsingy Forest Rail endangered?
The Tsingy Forest Rail has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Tsingy Forest Rail?
The Tsingy Forest Rail has a wingspan of 28.4 cm, weight of 246.0 g.
What order and family does the Tsingy Forest Rail belong to?
The Tsingy Forest Rail (Mentocrex beankaensis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Sarothruridae.
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