Chestnut-headed Flufftail
Sarothrura lugens
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<birdfyi-bird slug="sarothrura-lugens"></birdfyi-bird>The Chestnut-headed Flufftail (Sarothrura lugens) is a bird species in the family Sarothruridae, within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14.3 cm and a weight of 30.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Chestnut-headed Flufftail (Sarothrura lugens), 14 cm. Male has a bright chestnut head and neck; dark brown body with white streaks. Inhabits high-altitude grassland and montane forest edges from Cameroon to Ethiopia. Omnivore. Least Concern; uncommon but widespread at elevation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.3 cm | 5.6 in |
| Weight | 30.8 g | 1.09 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Sarothrura |
| Species | Sarothrura lugens |
Distribution
Chestnut-headed Flufftail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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