Mayr's Forest Rail vs Striped Flufftail
Rallicula mayri compared with Sarothrura affinis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Mayr's Forest Rail | Striped Flufftail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rallicula mayri | Sarothrura affinis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Sarothruridae | Sarothruridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.9 cm (8.6 in) | 13.4 cm (5.3 in) |
| Weight | 123.5 g (4.36 oz) | 27.5 g (0.97 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 4-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Mayr's Forest Rail
Least Concern
Striped Flufftail
About These Birds
Mayr's Forest Rail
Mayr's Forest Rail (Rallicula mayri), 19 cm. Similar to other Rallicula; dark chestnut with faint spotting. Endemic to the central highlands of New Guinea at elevations above 1,800 m. Inhabits dense montane undergrowth. Omnivore. Least Concern; poorly studied.
Striped Flufftail
Striped Flufftail (Sarothrura affinis), 14 cm. Brown above with white streaks below; secretive grassland rail of montane Africa from Ethiopia to South Africa. Inhabits rank grass and bracken on highland slopes. Omnivore. Least Concern; widespread in suitable montane grassland.