Slaty-breasted Rail
NameSlaty-breasted Rail
Common NameSlaty-breasted Rail
Scientific NameLewinia striata
FamilyRallidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)27
Weight (g)140
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are reddish-brown, contrasting with a slaty-grey throat and breast. The back, wings, and flanks are dark brown to black, heavily barred with white or buff stripes. The bill is reddish with a darker tip, and the legs are dull reddish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of sharp, repeated 'kek-kek-kek' notes that often accelerate, and a grating 'krrrak' sound.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across South and Southeast Asia, ranging from India and Sri Lanka eastward through Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesReddish-brown crown and nape, Slaty-grey breast, Bold black and white barring on flanks and back, Reddish bill with darker tip, Secretive behavior in dense cover
Description
This medium-sized rail is characterized by its reddish-brown crown, slaty-grey breast, and distinctively barred flanks and back. It is a secretive, ground-dwelling bird typically found foraging in dense vegetation near water.
