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White-throated Rail
Dryolimnas cuvieri
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Least Concern
Flügelspannweite
27,5 cm
Gewicht
199,4 g
Familie
Rallidae
Ordnung
Gruiformes
Über uns
White-throated Rail (Dryolimnas cuvieri), 28 cm. Brown above; white throat and breast; barred flanks. The nominate race inhabits scrub and wetland of Madagascar and surrounding islands; flightless on Aldabra Atoll. Omnivore. Least Concern for main population; Aldabra population is distinct.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 27,5 cm | 10.8 in |
| Gewicht | 199,4 g | 7.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: CP,SC.
Gelegegröße
3-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Familie | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Dryolimnas |
| Arten | Dryolimnas cuvieri |
Distribution
White-throated Rail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Vorhanden
Not recorded
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External Databases
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Is the White-throated Rail endangered?
The White-throated Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-throated Rail nest?
Nest type: CP,SC.
How big is the White-throated Rail?
The White-throated Rail has a wingspan of 27.5 cm, weight of 199.4 g.
What order and family does the White-throated Rail belong to?
The White-throated Rail (Dryolimnas cuvieri) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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