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Black Rail

Laterallus jamaicensis

Least Concern

About

The Black Rail (Laterallus jamaicensis) is a species in the genus Laterallus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia and Norway.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Gruiformes (Gruiformes)

Species

Laterallus jamaicensis (Black Rail)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クロコビトクイナ

Chinese 黑南美田雞

Spanish Polluela negra

French Râle noir

German Schieferralle

Portuguese sanã-preta

Russian Американский чёрный погоныш

Similar Species in Laterallus

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Galapagos Rail

Laterallus spilonotus

Laterallus leucopyrrhus

Laterallus xenopterus

Vulnerable

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Rufous-sided Crake

Laterallus melanophaius

Laterallus albigularis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Rail?

The scientific name of Black Rail is Laterallus jamaicensis. It belongs to the genus Laterallus.

What is the conservation status of Black Rail?

Black Rail (Laterallus jamaicensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black Rail live?

Black Rail is found in Distributed across Colombia and Norway.. Countries include Colombia, Norway.

What family does Black Rail belong to?

Black Rail (Laterallus jamaicensis) belongs to the genus Laterallus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rallidae.

Is Black Rail endangered?

No, Black Rail (Laterallus jamaicensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black Rail belong to?

Black Rail (Laterallus jamaicensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Black Rail?

The closest relatives of Black Rail in the genus Laterallus include Galapagos Rail, Gray-breasted Crake, Red-and-white Crake, Ruddy Crake, Rufous-faced Crake.