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White-spotted Flufftail
Sarothrura pulchra
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Least Concern
Envergure
16,1 cm
Poids
45,300000000000004 g
Famille
Sarothruridae
Ordre
Gruiformes
À propos
White-spotted Flufftail (Sarothrura pulchra), 15 cm. Small African rail; male rufous with white spots on wings and flanks, female brown. Inhabits dense undergrowth of lowland and montane forest across central and western Africa. Omnivore. Least Concern; widespread but secretive.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 16,1 cm | 6.3 in |
| Poids | 45,300000000000004 g | 1.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 42-49 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Sarothruridae |
| Genus | Sarothrura |
| Espèces | Sarothrura pulchra |
Distribution
White-spotted Flufftail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the White-spotted Flufftail endangered?
The White-spotted Flufftail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-spotted Flufftail nest?
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 42-49 days.
How big is the White-spotted Flufftail?
The White-spotted Flufftail has a wingspan of 16.1 cm, weight of 45.300000000000004 g.
What order and family does the White-spotted Flufftail belong to?
The White-spotted Flufftail (Sarothrura pulchra) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Sarothruridae.
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