Rufous-sided Crake
Laterallus melanophaius
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<birdfyi-bird slug="laterallus-melanophaius"></birdfyi-bird>The Rufous-sided Crake (Laterallus melanophaius) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16.6 cm and a weight of 54.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Rufous-sided Crake (Laterallus melanophaius) is a small 15–17 cm crake of South American grasslands and marshes, from Colombia south to Argentina. Olive-brown above; grey breast; bold chestnut-rufous flanks. Inhabits wet grasslands, rice paddies, and flooded savannas. Secretive; walks through dense grass. Common across much of its range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 16,6 cm | 6.5 in |
| Poids | 54,1 g | 1.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 20-20 days. Fledging: 4 days.
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 melanophaius |
Distribution
Rufous-sided Crake has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family