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Weka

Gallirallus australis

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (hayvan)
Phylum
Chordata (Kordalılar)
Class
Aves (kuş)
Order
Gruiformes (Turnamsılar)
Family
Rallidae
Genus
Gallirallus
Species
Gallirallus australis (Weka)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ニュージーランドクイナ
Chinese 新西兰秧鸡
Spanish Rascón weka
French Râle wéka
German Wekaralle
Portuguese weka
Russian Пастушок-уэка

Similar Species in Gallirallus

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Calayan Rail
Gallirallus calayanensis
Vulnerable
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Guam Rail
Gallirallus owstoni
Not Evaluated
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Lord Howe Rail
Gallirallus sylvestris
Not Evaluated
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New Britain Rail
Gallirallus insignis
Not Evaluated
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New Caledonian Rail
Gallirallus lafresnayanus
Critically Endangered
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Okinawa Rail
Gallirallus okinawae
Not Evaluated
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Roviana Rail
Gallirallus rovianae
Not Evaluated
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Dieffenbach's Rail
Gallirallus dieffenbachii
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Weka?
The scientific name of Weka is Gallirallus australis. It belongs to the genus Gallirallus.
What is the conservation status of Weka?
Weka (Gallirallus australis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Weka live?
Weka is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Weka belong to?
Weka (Gallirallus australis) belongs to the genus Gallirallus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rallidae.
Is Weka endangered?
Yes, Weka (Gallirallus australis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Weka belong to?
Weka (Gallirallus australis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of Weka?
The closest relatives of Weka in the genus Gallirallus include Calayan Rail, Guam Rail, Lord Howe Rail, New Britain Rail, New Caledonian Rail.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Gallirallus — 14 Species

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Calayan Rail
Gallirallus calayanensis
VU 🐾
Guam Rail
Gallirallus owstoni
NE 🐾
Lord Howe Rail
Gallirallus sylvestris
NE 🐾
New Britain Rail
Gallirallus insignis
NE 🐾
New Caledonian Rail
Gallirallus lafresnayanus
CR 🐾
Okinawa Rail
Gallirallus okinawae
NE 🐾
Roviana Rail
Gallirallus rovianae
NE 🐾
Dieffenbach's Rail
Gallirallus dieffenbachii
NE 🐾
Tahiti Rail
Gallirallus pacificus
NE 🐾
Barred Rail
Gallirallus torquatus
NE 🐾
Buff-banded Rail
Gallirallus philippensis
NE 🐾
Wake Island Rail
Gallirallus wakensis
NE
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Weka
Gallirallus australis
VU
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Chatham Islands Rail
Gallirallus modestus
NE
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