African Crake vs Weka
Crex egregia compared with Gallirallus australis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Crake | Weka |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Crex egregia | Gallirallus australis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.2 cm (9.5 in) | 33.4 cm (13.1 in) |
| Weight | 120.66666666666667 g (4.26 oz) | 880.5 g (31.06 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-9 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Crake
Vulnerable
Weka
About These Birds
African Crake
African Crake (Crex egregia), 22 cm. Brown above with buff and black streaking; grey face and breast; barred white flanks; short bill. Found in wet grassland, rank grass and cultivation across sub-Saharan Africa. Omnivore. Least Concern; widespread.
Weka
Weka (Gallirallus australis), 53 cm. Large flightless rail; brown with dark streaks; strong bill and legs. Endemic to New Zealand. Inhabits a wide range of habitats including forest, scrub and pasture. Omnivore: invertebrates, lizards, berries and carrion. Near Threatened; locally vulnerable to predators.