Forbes's Forest Rail vs Chestnut-headed Flufftail
Rallicula forbesi compared with Sarothrura lugens
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Forbes's Forest Rail | Chestnut-headed Flufftail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rallicula forbesi | Sarothrura lugens |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Sarothruridae | Sarothruridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.3 cm (8.4 in) | 14.3 cm (5.6 in) |
| Weight | 86.25 g (3.04 oz) | 30.8 g (1.09 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Forbes's Forest Rail
Least Concern
Chestnut-headed Flufftail
About These Birds
Forbes's Forest Rail
Forbes's Forest Rail (Rallicula forbesi), 20 cm. Rich chestnut with white-spotted underparts; red bill. Endemic to higher mountains of New Guinea above 1,500 m. Inhabits moss-draped montane forest floor. Omnivore. Least Concern; difficult to observe but widespread.
Chestnut-headed Flufftail
Chestnut-headed Flufftail (Sarothrura lugens), 14 cm. Male has a bright chestnut head and neck; dark brown body with white streaks. Inhabits high-altitude grassland and montane forest edges from Cameroon to Ethiopia. Omnivore. Least Concern; uncommon but widespread at elevation.