Sora
Porzana carolina
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<birdfyi-bird slug="porzana-carolina"></birdfyi-bird>The Sora (Porzana carolina) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.5 cm and a weight of 86.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Sora (Porzana carolina) is a 19–24 cm crake breeding across North America in freshwater marshes. Plump, with yellow bill, black face-mask, grey breast, and barred flanks. Winters south to northern South America. A secretive but abundant marsh bird; its descending whinny is a familiar wetland sound. Feeds on seeds, invertebrates, and aquatic plants.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.5 cm | 8.1 in |
| Weight | 86.33333333333333 g | 3.05 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-22 days. Fledging: 28 days.
Clutch Size
8-11
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Porzana |
| Species | Porzana carolina |
Distribution
Sora has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family