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White-winged Flufftail
Sarothrura ayresi
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
14.6 cm
Weight
31.8 g
Family
Sarothruridae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
White-winged Flufftail (Sarothrura ayresi), 14 cm. Very rare; male dark with conspicuous white wing patches visible in flight. Breeds in high-altitude Afro-alpine marshes of Ethiopia; non-breeding range in South Africa. Omnivore. Critically Endangered; fewer than 250 mature individuals.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.6 cm | 5.7 in |
| Weight | 31.8 g | 1.12 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Sarothrura |
| Species | Sarothrura ayresi |
Distribution
White-winged Flufftail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-winged Flufftail endangered?
The White-winged Flufftail has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the White-winged Flufftail nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the White-winged Flufftail?
The White-winged Flufftail has a wingspan of 14.6 cm, weight of 31.8 g.
What order and family does the White-winged Flufftail belong to?
The White-winged Flufftail (Sarothrura ayresi) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Sarothruridae.
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