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Chestnut Forest Rail
Rallicula rubra
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.5 cm
Weight
76.625 g
Family
Sarothruridae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Chestnut Forest Rail (Rallicula rubra), 20 cm. Entirely warm chestnut-rufous; short tail and red bill. Endemic to New Guinea (mountains above 1,200 m). Inhabits dense undergrowth of montane forest. Omnivore. Least Concern; common in suitable montane habitat.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm | 7.3 in |
| Weight | 76.625 g | 2.70 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 34-37 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Rallicula |
| Species | Rallicula rubra |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut Forest Rail endangered?
The Chestnut Forest Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chestnut Forest Rail nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 34-37 days.
How big is the Chestnut Forest Rail?
The Chestnut Forest Rail has a wingspan of 18.5 cm, weight of 76.625 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut Forest Rail belong to?
The Chestnut Forest Rail (Rallicula rubra) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Sarothruridae.
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