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Rufous-faced Crake
Laterallus xenopterus
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Vulnerable
Envergure
13,9 cm
Poids
59,75 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes
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À propos
Rufous-faced Crake (Laterallus xenopterus) is a small 14–16 cm crake of central South America, found in Paraguay, Brazil, and Bolivia. Dark brown above; bright rufous face and breast with white-and-black barred flanks. Inhabits wet grasslands and marshes. Secretive and little-studied; detected primarily by call.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 13,9 cm | 5.5 in |
| Poids | 59,75 g | 2.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Espèces | Laterallus xenopterus |
Distribution
Rufous-faced Crake has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Rufous-faced Crake endangered?
The Rufous-faced Crake has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Rufous-faced Crake?
The Rufous-faced Crake has a wingspan of 13.9 cm, weight of 59.75 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-faced Crake belong to?
The Rufous-faced Crake (Laterallus xenopterus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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