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Weka

Gallirallus australis

Vulnerable
날개 폭
33.4 cm
체중
880.5 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes

소개

Weka (Gallirallus australis), 53 cm. Large flightless rail; brown with dark streaks; strong bill and legs. Endemic to New Zealand. Inhabits a wide range of habitats including forest, scrub and pasture. Omnivore: invertebrates, lizards, berries and carrion. Near Threatened; locally vulnerable to predators.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
날개 폭 33.4 cm 13.1 in
체중 880.5 g 31.06 oz

Habitat & Range

보전 상태

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

행동 및 번식

둥지

Incubation: 26-28 days.

산란 수

2-4

분류학

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Gallirallus
Gallirallus australis

Distribution

Weka has been recorded in 1 countries.

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출현 Not recorded
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External Databases

자주 묻는 질문

Is the Weka endangered?
The Weka has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Weka nest?
Incubation: 26-28 days.
How big is the Weka?
The Weka has a wingspan of 33.4 cm, weight of 880.5 g.
What order and family does the Weka belong to?
The Weka (Gallirallus australis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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