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Tasmanian Native-hen

Tribonyx mortierii

Least Concern
翼展
37.1 cm
体重
1292.5 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes

关于

Tasmanian Native-hen (Tribonyx mortierii) is a 43–51 cm large flightless rail endemic to Tasmania. Dark olive-brown with white flank spots, red eye, and upright tail. Inhabits grasslands, farmland, and wetland margins. Social; defends territories in small family groups. Grazes mainly on grass and herbs. Vulnerable to predation by introduced foxes.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 37.1 cm 14.6 in
体重 1292.5 g 45.59 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-25 days.

产卵数

5-8

分类学

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

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常见问题

Is the Tasmanian Native-hen endangered?
The Tasmanian Native-hen has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Tasmanian Native-hen nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 19-25 days.
How big is the Tasmanian Native-hen?
The Tasmanian Native-hen has a wingspan of 37.1 cm, weight of 1292.5 g.
What order and family does the Tasmanian Native-hen belong to?
The Tasmanian Native-hen (Tribonyx mortierii) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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