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Galapagos Rail
Laterallus spilonota
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Vulnerable
Flügelspannweite
13,2 cm
Gewicht
40,0 g
Familie
Rallidae
Ordnung
Gruiformes
Über uns
Galápagos Rail (Laterallus spilonota) is a small 15–17 cm flightless or near-flightless rail endemic to highland vegetation zones of several Galápagos islands. Dark brown above with white spots; grey below with barred flanks. Inhabits dense ferns, mosses, and Miconia scrub in humid highlands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 13,2 cm | 5.2 in |
| Gewicht | 40,0 g | 1.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23-25 days.
Gelegegröße
3-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Familie | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Arten | Laterallus spilonota |
External Databases
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Is the Galapagos Rail endangered?
The Galapagos Rail has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Galapagos Rail nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23-25 days.
How big is the Galapagos Rail?
The Galapagos Rail has a wingspan of 13.2 cm, weight of 40.0 g.
What order and family does the Galapagos Rail belong to?
The Galapagos Rail (Laterallus spilonota) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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