Brown Wood-Rail
NameBrown Wood-Rail
Common NameBrown Wood-Rail
Scientific NameAramides wolfi
FamilyRallidae
Wingspan (cm)42.5
Length (cm)34.5
Weight (g)410
Plumage DetailsThis species has a reddish-brown back and wings, with chestnut underparts. The head and neck are gray, contrasting with a bright red iris. Its bill is yellow-green with a pale tip, and its legs and feet are a vibrant red.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of loud, harsh, guttural notes that often accelerate into a cackle or a rapid 'kek-kek-kek' sequence.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in western Colombia, western Ecuador, and extreme northwestern Peru.
Identifying Featuresgray head, red eyes, yellow-green bill with pale tip, reddish-brown body, bright red legs
Description
The Brown Wood-Rail is a medium-sized rail characterized by its reddish-brown body, gray head, and striking red eyes. It is typically found foraging on the forest floor in humid lowland areas, often near water.
