Band-bellied Crake
NameBand-bellied Crake
Common NameBand-bellied Crake
Scientific NameLaterallus fasciatus
FamilyRallidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)40
Plumage DetailsThe head, neck, and breast are a rich rufous-chestnut. The back and wings are dark olive-brown, often appearing duller. The flanks and undertail coverts display prominent black and white barring. It has a dark bill and reddish iris.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, low trills and churring sounds, often given during dawn or dusk. These calls are generally inconspicuous and can be difficult to locate.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Amazon basin of South America, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Rufous head and breast, Dark olive-brown back, Bold black and white barring on flanks and undertail, Red iris
Description
This small, secretive crake is characterized by its reddish-brown head and underparts, contrasting with a dark olive-brown back. Its most distinctive feature is the bold black and white barring on its flanks and undertail, making it easily identifiable among its genus. It typically forages on the ground in dense, wet vegetation.
