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Blackish Rail
Pardirallus nigricans
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Least Concern
Wingspan
25.8 cm
Weight
217.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
Blackish Rail (Pardirallus nigricans), 25 cm. Dark grey-black overall with a red bill base; inhabits freshwater marshes and rice paddies of South America east of the Andes. Omnivore: invertebrates and seeds in wet vegetation. Least Concern; common in suitable wetland.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.8 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 217.0 g | 7.65 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18-21 days.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Pardirallus |
| Species | Pardirallus nigricans |
Distribution
Blackish Rail has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blackish Rail endangered?
The Blackish Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blackish Rail nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18-21 days.
How big is the Blackish Rail?
The Blackish Rail has a wingspan of 25.8 cm, weight of 217.0 g.
What order and family does the Blackish Rail belong to?
The Blackish Rail (Pardirallus nigricans) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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