Rufous-sided Crake
Laterallus melanophaius
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Tentang
Rufous-sided Crake (Laterallus melanophaius) is a small 15–17 cm crake of South American grasslands and marshes, from Colombia south to Argentina. Olive-brown above; grey breast; bold chestnut-rufous flanks. Inhabits wet grasslands, rice paddies, and flooded savannas. Secretive; walks through dense grass. Common across much of its range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 16,6 cm | 6.5 in |
| Berat | 54,1 g | 1.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Incubation: 20-20 days. Fledging: 4 days.
Ukuran Sarang
2-5
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famili | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Laterallus |
| Spesies | Laterallus melanophaius |
Distribution
Rufous-sided Crake has been recorded in 4 countries.
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