Brown Crake
NameBrown Crake
Common NameBrown Crake
Scientific NameAmaurornis akool
FamilyRallidae
Wingspan (cm)37.5
Length (cm)25.5
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull olive-brown, contrasting with dark grey underparts that become paler on the belly. The flanks may show faint barring. It has a distinctive yellowish-green bill with a dark culmen and bright reddish-pink legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of sharp, clicking notes, often described as 'kik-kik-kik' or a rapid, churring sound.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across South and Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, China, and Vietnam, typically in suitable wetland and forested habitats.
Identifying Featuresdull olive-brown upperparts, dark grey underparts, yellowish-green bill with dark culmen, reddish-pink legs, shy and secretive nature
Description
The Brown Crake is a medium-sized, shy waterbird characterized by its dull olive-brown upperparts and dark grey underparts. It typically forages in dense vegetation near water bodies, often remaining hidden from view.
