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Ash-throated Crake
Mustelirallus albicollis
Ash-throated Crake (Mustelirallus albicollis) — Cranes & Rails of South America.
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The Ash-throated Crake (Mustelirallus albicollis) is a member of the Rallidae family found in South America. Adults weigh 100 g.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Gruiformes
- Family Rallidae Rails, Crakes & Coots
- Genus Mustelirallus
- Species albicollis
Quick facts
- Weight
- 100 g
- Diet
- Aquatic hunters
- Family
- Rallidae
- Order
- Gruiformes
- Habitat
- Wetland, lake & coast
How to identify
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Biology & behaviour
Diet
The Ash-throated Crake hunts aquatic prey such as fish and aquatic invertebrates.
Behaviour
A bird of wetlands, it forages mainly on the ground.
Migration
The Ash-throated Crake is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.
The Ash-throated Crake (Mustelirallus albicollis) is a member of the Rallidae family, within the order Gruiformes. It is found across South America. Its distribution covers SA n, sc, se.
It is a medium-sized bird. Adults weighs around 100 g, with a wing length of about 11.6 cm and a tail of around 9.6 cm.
Songs & calls
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Ash-throated Crake?
The Ash-throated Crake is a medium-sized bird that weighs around 100 g.
Where does the Ash-throated Crake live?
The Ash-throated Crake is found across South America with a range covering SA n, sc, se, where it is associated with wetlands, lakes and other open water.
What family does the Ash-throated Crake belong to?
The Ash-throated Crake (Mustelirallus albicollis) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.
What does the Ash-throated Crake eat?
The Ash-throated Crake hunts aquatic prey such as fish and aquatic invertebrates.
Does the Ash-throated Crake migrate?
The Ash-throated Crake is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.
What sound does the Ash-throated Crake make?
1 real field recording of the Ash-throated Crake — including its duet — can be played in the Songs & calls section on this page, credited to the recordist who captured it.
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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