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Western Water Rail
Rallus aquaticus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
22.8 cm
Weight
122.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Western Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus), 28 cm. Brown above with dark streaks; blue-grey underparts; barred flanks; long red bill. Breeds across Europe and western Asia in freshwater reedbeds. Winters in southern Europe and North Africa. Omnivore. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.8 cm | 9.0 in |
| Weight | 122.5 g | 4.32 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-22 days. Fledging: 20-70 days.
Clutch Size
6-11
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rallus |
| Species | Rallus aquaticus |
Distribution
Western Water Rail has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Water Rail endangered?
The Western Water Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Water Rail nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-22 days. Fledging: 20-70 days.
How big is the Western Water Rail?
The Western Water Rail has a wingspan of 22.8 cm, weight of 122.5 g.
What order and family does the Western Water Rail belong to?
The Western Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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