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Red-legged Crake
Rallina fasciata
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.4 cm
Weight
88.4 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
Red-legged Crake (Rallina fasciata) is a 22–25 cm crake of South-East Asian lowland forests. Chestnut head; olive-brown back; white-barred underparts; bright red legs. Inhabits dense forest floor near streams, mangroves, and lowland swamp forest from Myanmar and Thailand east to the Philippines and Borneo. Partially migratory.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.4 cm | 9.6 in |
| Weight | 88.4 g | 3.12 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rallina |
| Species | Rallina fasciata |
Distribution
Red-legged Crake has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Red-legged Crake endangered?
The Red-legged Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Red-legged Crake?
The Red-legged Crake has a wingspan of 24.4 cm, weight of 88.4 g.
What order and family does the Red-legged Crake belong to?
The Red-legged Crake (Rallina fasciata) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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