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Wake Island Rail
Gallirallus wakensis
Wake Island Rail (Gallirallus wakensis) — Cranes & Rails of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Wake Island Rail (Gallirallus wakensis) is a member of the Rallidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Gruiformes
- Family Rallidae Rails, Crakes & Coots
- Genus Gallirallus
- Species wakensis
Quick facts
- Family
- Rallidae
- Order
- Gruiformes
Biology & behaviour
The Wake Island Rail (Gallirallus wakensis) is a species of bird in the Rallidae family, part of the order Gruiformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers PO Wake (ne Micronesia).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Wake Island Rail live?
The Wake Island Rail is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering PO Wake (ne Micronesia).
What family does the Wake Island Rail belong to?
The Wake Island Rail (Gallirallus wakensis) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.
Is the Wake Island Rail endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
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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