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Band-bellied Crake
Zapornia paykullii
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
25.3 cm
Weight
108.4 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Band-bellied Crake (Zapornia paykullii) is a small 18–22 cm, migratory crake of East Asia. Dark brown above; chestnut breast; lower underparts strongly barred black and white; red legs. Breeds in Russia and China; winters in South-East Asia, the Philippines, and Sulawesi. Inhabits freshwater marshes and wet grassland. Secretive.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.3 cm | 10.0 in |
| Weight | 108.4 g | 3.82 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
5-9
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Zapornia |
| Species | Zapornia paykullii |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Band-bellied Crake endangered?
The Band-bellied Crake has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Band-bellied Crake nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Band-bellied Crake?
The Band-bellied Crake has a wingspan of 25.3 cm, weight of 108.4 g.
What order and family does the Band-bellied Crake belong to?
The Band-bellied Crake (Zapornia paykullii) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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