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Inaccessible Island Rail
Laterallus rogersi
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Vulnerable
Envergure
10,8 cm
Poids
40,0 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes
À propos
Inaccessible Island Rail (Laterallus rogersi) is a tiny 17–19 cm flightless rail, the world's smallest flightless bird, endemic to Inaccessible Island in the Tristan da Cunha archipelago. Dark brown above, chestnut below. Inhabits dense tussock grass and fern-bush.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 10,8 cm | 4.3 in |
| Poids | 40,0 g | 1.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Espèces | Laterallus rogersi |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Inaccessible Island Rail endangered?
The Inaccessible Island Rail has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Inaccessible Island Rail nest?
Nest type: DM.
How big is the Inaccessible Island Rail?
The Inaccessible Island Rail has a wingspan of 10.8 cm, weight of 40.0 g.
What order and family does the Inaccessible Island Rail belong to?
The Inaccessible Island Rail (Laterallus rogersi) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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