Mascarene Coot vs Black-tailed Native-hen
Fulica newtonii compared with Tribonyx ventralis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Mascarene Coot | Black-tailed Native-hen |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fulica newtonii | Tribonyx ventralis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 41.1 cm (16.2 in) |
| Weight | — | 376.75 g (13.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 5-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Mascarene Coot
Least Concern
Black-tailed Native-hen
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.
Black-tailed Native-hen
Black-tailed Native-hen (Tribonyx ventralis) is a 30–38 cm flightless rail of inland Australia. Olive-brown with white flank spots, red eye, and upright black tail. Nomadic, following rainfall; forms large flocks at temporary wetlands. Grazes on grass and aquatic plants. Occasionally erupts in huge numbers after flooding. Not threatened.