Photo: Robert Mintern (1840–1908) / Public domain (Wikimedia Commons)
Rodrigues Rail
Erythromachus leguati
Rodrigues Rail (Erythromachus leguati) — Cranes & Rails of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Rodrigues Rail (Erythromachus leguati) 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 Erythromachus
- Species leguati
Quick facts
- Family
- Rallidae
- Order
- Gruiformes
Biology & behaviour
The Rodrigues Rail (Erythromachus leguati) is a member of the Rallidae family, within the order Gruiformes. It is found across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers IO Rodrigues I.
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Rodrigues Rail live?
The Rodrigues Rail is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering IO Rodrigues I.
What family does the Rodrigues Rail belong to?
The Rodrigues Rail (Erythromachus leguati) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.
Is the Rodrigues 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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