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White-throated Crake

Laterallus albigularis

Least Concern
Envergure
14,8 cm
Poids
47,5 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes

À propos

White-throated Crake (Laterallus albigularis) is a small 15–16 cm crake of Central America and north-western South America. Chestnut-brown above; white throat contrasts with rufous breast; barred flanks; greenish bill. Inhabits dense wet grasslands, marsh edges, and flooded areas from Honduras to Ecuador. Secretive; walks through dense cover.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 14,8 cm 5.8 in
Poids 47,5 g 1.68 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: SP.

Taille de la couvée

2-5

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Famille Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Laterallus
Espèces Laterallus albigularis

Distribution

White-throated Crake has been recorded in 4 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the White-throated Crake endangered?
The White-throated Crake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-throated Crake nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the White-throated Crake?
The White-throated Crake has a wingspan of 14.8 cm, weight of 47.5 g.
What order and family does the White-throated Crake belong to?
The White-throated Crake (Laterallus albigularis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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