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Virginia Rail
Rallus limicola
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Least Concern
Envergure
20,2 cm
Poids
83,8 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes
À propos
Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola), 24 cm. Small; brown above; rufous breast and barred grey flanks; long curved red-orange bill. Breeds across North America in freshwater marshes; winters south to Central America. Omnivore: invertebrates, seeds, small fish. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 20,2 cm | 8.0 in |
| Poids | 83,8 g | 2.96 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP,PL. Incubation: 18-20 days. Fledging: 3-14 days.
Taille de la couvée
4-13
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Rallus |
| Espèces | Rallus limicola |
Distribution
Virginia Rail has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Virginia Rail endangered?
The Virginia Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Virginia Rail nest?
Nest type: CP,PL. Incubation: 18-20 days. Fledging: 3-14 days.
How big is the Virginia Rail?
The Virginia Rail has a wingspan of 20.2 cm, weight of 83.8 g.
What order and family does the Virginia Rail belong to?
The Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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