Weka
Gallirallus australis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="gallirallus-australis"></birdfyi-bird>The Weka (Gallirallus australis) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 33.4 cm and a weight of 880.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 33,4 cm | 13.1 in |
| Масса | 880,5 g | 31.06 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Incubation: 26-28 days.
Размер кладки
2-4
Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Семейство | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Gallirallus |
| Виды | Gallirallus australis |
Distribution
Weka has been recorded in 1 countries.
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