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Madagascar Flufftail
Sarothrura insularis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
14.0 cm
Weight
27.833333333333332 g
Family
Sarothruridae
Order
Gruiformes
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About
Madagascar Flufftail (Sarothrura insularis), 15 cm. Brown above; white-spotted and streaked underparts. Endemic to Madagascar, inhabiting dense undergrowth of eastern rainforest and mid-altitude scrub. Omnivore. Least Concern; still relatively common in eastern forests.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.0 cm | 5.5 in |
| Weight | 27.833333333333332 g | 0.98 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: DM.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Sarothrura |
| Species | Sarothrura insularis |
Distribution
Madagascar Flufftail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Madagascar Flufftail endangered?
The Madagascar Flufftail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Madagascar Flufftail nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Madagascar Flufftail?
The Madagascar Flufftail has a wingspan of 14.0 cm, weight of 27.833333333333332 g.
What order and family does the Madagascar Flufftail belong to?
The Madagascar Flufftail (Sarothrura insularis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Sarothruridae.
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