Weka vs Talaud Rail
Gallirallus australis compared with Gymnocrex talaudensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Weka | Talaud Rail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gallirallus australis | Gymnocrex talaudensis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 33.4 cm (13.1 in) | 30.4 cm (12.0 in) |
| Weight | 880.5 g (31.06 oz) | 288.0 g (10.16 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Weka
Endangered
Talaud Rail
About These Birds
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.
Talaud Rail
Talaud Rail (Gymnocrex talaudensis) is a poorly-known rail endemic to the Talaud Islands in the northern Moluccas, Indonesia. Similar to Blue-faced Rail; brown above with some rufous tones; bare facial skin. Inhabits forest and scrub on small islands. Known from very few specimens.