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Paint-billed Crake
Neocrex erythrops
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.3 cm
Weight
55.833333333333336 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Paint-billed Crake (Neocrex erythrops), 18 cm. Brown above with a diagnostic multi-coloured bill (red base, yellow tip); grey underparts. Found in wet grassland and cultivation from Panama to Argentina. Omnivore. Least Concern; locally common but secretive.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.3 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 55.833333333333336 g | 1.97 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23-25 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Neocrex |
| Species | Neocrex erythrops |
Distribution
Paint-billed Crake has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Paint-billed Crake endangered?
The Paint-billed Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Paint-billed Crake nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23-25 days.
How big is the Paint-billed Crake?
The Paint-billed Crake has a wingspan of 19.3 cm, weight of 55.833333333333336 g.
What order and family does the Paint-billed Crake belong to?
The Paint-billed Crake (Neocrex erythrops) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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