Gough Island Moorhen
Gallinula comeri
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<birdfyi-bird slug="gallinula-comeri"></birdfyi-bird>The Gough Island Moorhen (Gallinula comeri) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 28.4 cm and a weight of 517.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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À propos
Gough Island Moorhen (Gallinula comeri) is a small 28–30 cm flightless moorhen endemic to Gough Island in the South Atlantic. Dark brown with reduced wings, greenish-yellow frontal shield, and reddish-tipped bill. Inhabits wet heath and tussock grassland.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 28,4 cm | 11.2 in |
| Poids | 517,5 g | 18.25 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 21 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Gallinula |
| Espèces | Gallinula comeri |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family