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Red Rail
Aphanapteryx bonasia
Red Rail (Aphanapteryx bonasia) — Cranes & Rails of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Red Rail (Aphanapteryx bonasia) 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 Aphanapteryx
- Species bonasia
Quick facts
- Family
- Rallidae
- Order
- Gruiformes
Biology & behaviour
The Red Rail (Aphanapteryx bonasia) belongs to the Rallidae family of the order Gruiformes. It is found across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers IO Mauritius (c Mascarenes).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Red Rail live?
The Red Rail is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering IO Mauritius (c Mascarenes).
What family does the Red Rail belong to?
The Red Rail (Aphanapteryx bonasia) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.
Is the Red 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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