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Gough Island Moorhen
Gallinula comeri
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Vulnerable
Envergure
28,4 cm
Poids
517,5 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes
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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
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
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 |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Gough Island Moorhen endangered?
The Gough Island Moorhen has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Gough Island Moorhen nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 21 days.
How big is the Gough Island Moorhen?
The Gough Island Moorhen has a wingspan of 28.4 cm, weight of 517.5 g.
What order and family does the Gough Island Moorhen belong to?
The Gough Island Moorhen (Gallinula comeri) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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