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Mayr's Forest Rail
Rallicula mayri
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.9 cm
Weight
123.5 g
Family
Sarothruridae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Mayr's Forest Rail (Rallicula mayri), 19 cm. Similar to other Rallicula; dark chestnut with faint spotting. Endemic to the central highlands of New Guinea at elevations above 1,800 m. Inhabits dense montane undergrowth. Omnivore. Least Concern; poorly studied.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.9 cm | 8.6 in |
| Weight | 123.5 g | 4.36 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Rallicula |
| Species | Rallicula mayri |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mayr's Forest Rail endangered?
The Mayr's Forest Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Mayr's Forest Rail?
The Mayr's Forest Rail has a wingspan of 21.9 cm, weight of 123.5 g.
What order and family does the Mayr's Forest Rail belong to?
The Mayr's Forest Rail (Rallicula mayri) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Sarothruridae.
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Forbes's Forest Rail
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Madagascar Flufftail
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Madagascar Forest Rail
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Red-chested Flufftail
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Least Concern
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Near Threatened