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Plain-flanked Rail
Rallus wetmorei
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Endangered
Wingspan
25.0 cm
Weight
217.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Plain-flanked Rail (Rallus wetmorei), 35 cm. Brown with unbarred buff-grey flanks; long curved bill. Restricted to mangroves of the Caribbean coast of Venezuela. Omnivore. Endangered; tiny range with severe mangrove loss due to coastal development.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.0 cm | 9.8 in |
| Weight | 217.5 g | 7.67 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
4-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rallus |
| Species | Rallus wetmorei |
Distribution
Plain-flanked Rail has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Plain-flanked Rail endangered?
The Plain-flanked Rail has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Plain-flanked Rail nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Plain-flanked Rail?
The Plain-flanked Rail has a wingspan of 25.0 cm, weight of 217.5 g.
What order and family does the Plain-flanked Rail belong to?
The Plain-flanked Rail (Rallus wetmorei) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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