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Rouget's Rail
Rougetius rougetii
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
25.7 cm
Weight
195.0 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Rouget's Rail (Rougetius rougetii), 29 cm. Brown above with dark streaks; chestnut-rufous below; strong bill. Endemic to montane streams and marshy grassland of the Ethiopian and Eritrean highlands above 1,500 m. Omnivore. Near Threatened; wetland degradation in the Horn of Africa.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.7 cm | 10.1 in |
| Weight | 195.0 g | 6.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
4-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rougetius |
| Species | Rougetius rougetii |
Distribution
Rouget's 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 Rouget's Rail endangered?
The Rouget's Rail has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Rouget's Rail?
The Rouget's Rail has a wingspan of 25.7 cm, weight of 195.0 g.
What order and family does the Rouget's Rail belong to?
The Rouget's Rail (Rougetius rougetii) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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