Tasmanian Native-hen
Tribonyx mortierii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="tribonyx-mortierii"></birdfyi-bird>The Tasmanian Native-hen (Tribonyx mortierii) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rascones, polluelas y fochas), within the order Gruiformes (grullas y rálidos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 37.1 cm and a weight of 1.3 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Tasmanian Native-hen (Tribonyx mortierii) is a 43–51 cm large flightless rail endemic to Tasmania. Dark olive-brown with white flank spots, red eye, and upright tail. Inhabits grasslands, farmland, and wetland margins. Social; defends territories in small family groups. Grazes mainly on grass and herbs. Vulnerable to predation by introduced foxes.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 37,1 cm | 14.6 in |
| Peso | 1292,5 g | 45.59 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-25 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
5-8
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Gruiformes (Grullas y Rálidos) |
| Familia | Rallidae (Rascones, Polluelas y Fochas) |
| Genus | Tribonyx |
| Especies | Tribonyx mortierii |
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Preguntas frecuentes
Is the Tasmanian Native-hen endangered?
How does the Tasmanian Native-hen nest?
How big is the Tasmanian Native-hen?
What order and family does the Tasmanian Native-hen belong to?
Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family