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Galapagos Rail

Laterallus spilonota

Vulnerable
翼展
13.2 cm
体重
40.0 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes

关于

Galápagos Rail (Laterallus spilonota) is a small 15–17 cm flightless or near-flightless rail endemic to highland vegetation zones of several Galápagos islands. Dark brown above with white spots; grey below with barred flanks. Inhabits dense ferns, mosses, and Miconia scrub in humid highlands.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 13.2 cm 5.2 in
体重 40.0 g 1.41 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23-25 days.

产卵数

3-6

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Laterallus
物种 Laterallus spilonota

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常见问题

Is the Galapagos Rail endangered?
The Galapagos Rail has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Galapagos Rail nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23-25 days.
How big is the Galapagos Rail?
The Galapagos Rail has a wingspan of 13.2 cm, weight of 40.0 g.
What order and family does the Galapagos Rail belong to?
The Galapagos Rail (Laterallus spilonota) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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