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Black Crake
Zapornia flavirostra
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.8 cm
Weight
92.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Black Crake (Zapornia flavirostra) is a small 19–23 cm, distinctive crake of sub-Saharan Africa. All-black plumage with bright yellow bill and red legs and eye. Inhabits densely vegetated freshwater marshes, lakeshores, and reed beds across Africa south of the Sahara. Active and relatively visible compared with other crakes; often forages in open.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.8 cm | 7.8 in |
| Weight | 92.5 g | 3.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Zapornia |
| Species | Zapornia flavirostra |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black Crake endangered?
The Black Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Crake nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black Crake?
The Black Crake has a wingspan of 19.8 cm, weight of 92.5 g.
What order and family does the Black Crake belong to?
The Black Crake (Zapornia flavirostra) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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