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Extinct

Reunion Rail

Dryolimnas augusti

Reunion Rail (Dryolimnas augusti) — Cranes & Rails of Oceans & Seabirds.

The Reunion Rail (Dryolimnas augusti) is a member of the Rallidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.

EX Extinct

No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.

Where it fits

  1. Class Aves
  2. Order Gruiformes
  3. Family Rallidae Rails, Crakes & Coots
  4. Genus Dryolimnas
  5. Species augusti

Where it lives

Réunion (Mascarenes)

Quick facts

Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes

Biology & behaviour

The Reunion Rail (Dryolimnas augusti) is a member of the Rallidae family, within the order Gruiformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers IO Réunion (Mascarenes).

It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Reunion Rail live?

The Reunion Rail is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering IO Réunion (Mascarenes).

What family does the Reunion Rail belong to?

The Reunion Rail (Dryolimnas augusti) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.

Is the Reunion Rail endangered?

It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List

Conservation

Extinct

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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