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Black-tailed Native-hen
Tribonyx ventralis
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Least Concern
Envergadura
41,1 cm
Peso
376,75 g
Familia
Rallidae
Orden
Gruiformes
Acerca de
Black-tailed Native-hen (Tribonyx ventralis) is a 30–38 cm flightless rail of inland Australia. Olive-brown with white flank spots, red eye, and upright black tail. Nomadic, following rainfall; forms large flocks at temporary wetlands. Grazes on grass and aquatic plants. Occasionally erupts in huge numbers after flooding. Not threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 41,1 cm | 16.2 in |
| Peso | 376,75 g | 13.29 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: CP.
Tamaño de la puesta
5-7
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Gruiformes (Grullas y Rálidos) |
| Familia | Rallidae (Rascones, Polluelas y Fochas) |
| Genus | Tribonyx |
| Especies | Tribonyx ventralis |
External Databases
Preguntas frecuentes
Is the Black-tailed Native-hen endangered?
The Black-tailed Native-hen has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-tailed Native-hen nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black-tailed Native-hen?
The Black-tailed Native-hen has a wingspan of 41.1 cm, weight of 376.75 g.
What order and family does the Black-tailed Native-hen belong to?
The Black-tailed Native-hen (Tribonyx ventralis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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