Andaman Crake
Rallina canningi
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Least Concern
Wingspan
29.8 cm
Weight
148.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Andaman Crake (Rallina canningi) is a 25–28 cm crake endemic to the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal. Chestnut head and breast; dark olive-brown back; white-barred underparts. Inhabits forested wetlands, mangrove edges, and marshy clearings. Poorly known; considered Near Threatened due to restricted island range and deforestation pressures.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.8 cm | 11.7 in |
| Weight | 148.5 g | 5.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rallina |
| Species | Rallina canningi |
Distribution
Andaman Crake has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Andaman Crake endangered?
The Andaman Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Andaman Crake?
The Andaman Crake has a wingspan of 29.8 cm, weight of 148.5 g.
What order and family does the Andaman Crake belong to?
The Andaman Crake (Rallina canningi) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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