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Water Rail

Rallus aquaticus

Least Concern

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Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Gruiformes (Gruiformes)

Species

Rallus aquaticus (Water Rail)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 普通秧雞〔西方秧雞〕

Spanish Rascón europeo

French râle deau

German Wasserralle

Portuguese frango-d'água

Russian Водяной пастушок

Arabic مرعة الماء

Similar Species in Rallus

Rallus madagascariensis

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Water Rail?

The scientific name of Water Rail is Rallus aquaticus. It belongs to the genus Rallus.

What is the conservation status of Water Rail?

Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Water Rail live?

Water Rail is found in Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Water Rail belong to?

Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus) belongs to the genus Rallus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rallidae.

Is Water Rail endangered?

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

What kingdom does Water Rail belong to?

Water Rail (Rallus aquaticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Water Rail?

The closest relatives of Water Rail in the genus Rallus include African Rail, Austral Rail, Aztec Rail, Bogota Rail, Brown-cheeked Rail.