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Virginia Rail
Rallus limicola
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Least Concern
Wingspan
20.2 cm
Weight
83.8 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola), 24 cm. Small; brown above; rufous breast and barred grey flanks; long curved red-orange bill. Breeds across North America in freshwater marshes; winters south to Central America. Omnivore: invertebrates, seeds, small fish. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.2 cm | 8.0 in |
| Weight | 83.8 g | 2.96 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,PL. Incubation: 18-20 days. Fledging: 3-14 days.
Clutch Size
4-13
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rallus |
| Species | Rallus limicola |
Distribution
Virginia Rail has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Virginia Rail endangered?
The Virginia Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Virginia Rail nest?
Nest type: CP,PL. Incubation: 18-20 days. Fledging: 3-14 days.
How big is the Virginia Rail?
The Virginia Rail has a wingspan of 20.2 cm, weight of 83.8 g.
What order and family does the Virginia Rail belong to?
The Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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