Forbes's Forest Rail
Rallicula forbesi
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<birdfyi-bird slug="rallicula-forbesi"></birdfyi-bird>The Forbes's Forest Rail (Rallicula forbesi) is a bird species in the family Sarothruridae, within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.3 cm and a weight of 86.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Forbes's Forest Rail (Rallicula forbesi), 20 cm. Rich chestnut with white-spotted underparts; red bill. Endemic to higher mountains of New Guinea above 1,500 m. Inhabits moss-draped montane forest floor. Omnivore. Least Concern; difficult to observe but widespread.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 21,3 cm | 8.4 in |
| Poids | 86,25 g | 3.04 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: DM,PL.
Taille de la couvée
4-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Rallicula |
| Espèces | Rallicula forbesi |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Sarothruridae family