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Madagascar Rail
Rallus madagascariensis
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
21.2 cm
Weight
128.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Madagascar Rail (Rallus madagascariensis), 25 cm. Brown above with dark streaks; grey-blue underparts. Endemic to freshwater marshes and wetlands of Madagascar. Omnivore. Vulnerable; freshwater wetlands in Madagascar are heavily degraded by agriculture and human settlement.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.2 cm | 8.3 in |
| Weight | 128.0 g | 4.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rallus |
| Species | Rallus madagascariensis |
Distribution
Madagascar Rail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Madagascar Rail endangered?
The Madagascar Rail has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Madagascar Rail?
The Madagascar Rail has a wingspan of 21.2 cm, weight of 128.0 g.
What order and family does the Madagascar Rail belong to?
The Madagascar Rail (Rallus madagascariensis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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