Mascarene Coot vs Weka
Fulica newtonii compared with Gallirallus australis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Mascarene Coot | Weka |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fulica newtonii | Gallirallus australis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 33.4 cm (13.1 in) |
| Weight | — | 880.5 g (31.06 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Mascarene Coot
Vulnerable
Weka
About These Birds
Mascarene Coot
Mascarene Coot (Fulica newtonii) is an extinct giant coot formerly inhabiting Mauritius and Réunion in the Indian Ocean. Larger than Eurasian Coot; likely flightless or near-flightless. Extirpated by hunting and introduced predators in the 17th–18th centuries. Known from subfossil remains and written accounts by early European visitors.
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.