New Caledonian Rail

Gallirallus lafresnayanus

New Caledonian Rail (Gallirallus lafresnayanus) — Cranes & Rails of Australia & Oceania.

The New Caledonian Rail (Gallirallus lafresnayanus) is a member of the Rallidae family found in Australia & Oceania. The IUCN Red List lists it as Critically Endangered.

Conservation status

IUCN Red List

CR Critically Endangered

Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.

Where it fits

Class Aves
Order Gruiformes
Family Rallidae Rails, Crakes & Coots
Genus Gallirallus
Species lafresnayanus

Where it lives

Grande Terre (New Caledonia; perhaps extinct)

Australia & Oceania

Quick facts

Family: Rallidae
Order: Gruiformes

Biology & behaviour

The New Caledonian Rail (Gallirallus lafresnayanus) is a member of the Rallidae family, within the order Gruiformes. It occurs naturally across Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU Grande Terre (New Caledonia; perhaps extinct).

It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern. Critically Endangered is the highest risk category before extinction in the wild.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the New Caledonian Rail live?

The New Caledonian Rail is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU Grande Terre (New Caledonia; perhaps extinct).

What family does the New Caledonian Rail belong to?

The New Caledonian Rail (Gallirallus lafresnayanus) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.

Is the New Caledonian Rail endangered?

It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern Critically Endangered is the highest risk category before extinction in the wild.