Ash-throated Crake
Porzana albicollis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.1 cm
Weight
104.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
Ash-throated Crake (Porzana albicollis), 20 cm. Grey head and throat, brown back, barred flanks; inhabits rank grass and marsh edges of South America from Colombia to Argentina. Omnivore. Least Concern; common in lowland wetlands and flooded grassland.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.1 cm | 9.1 in |
| Weight | 104.0 g | 3.67 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Porzana |
| Species | Porzana albicollis |
Distribution
Ash-throated Crake has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ash-throated Crake endangered?
The Ash-throated Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ash-throated Crake nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Ash-throated Crake?
The Ash-throated Crake has a wingspan of 23.1 cm, weight of 104.0 g.
What order and family does the Ash-throated Crake belong to?
The Ash-throated Crake (Porzana albicollis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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