Mayr's Forest Rail vs Chestnut-headed Flufftail
Rallicula mayri compared with Sarothrura lugens
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Mayr's Forest Rail | Chestnut-headed Flufftail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rallicula mayri | Sarothrura lugens |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Sarothruridae | Sarothruridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.9 cm (8.6 in) | 14.3 cm (5.6 in) |
| Weight | 123.5 g (4.36 oz) | 30.8 g (1.09 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Mayr's Forest Rail
Least Concern
Chestnut-headed 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.
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.