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Madagascar Forest Rail

Mentocrex kioloides

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Gruiformes ›Family: Sarothruridae ›Genus: Mentocrex

About

The Madagascar forest rail (Mentocrex kioloides), also known as the Madagascar wood rail or the kioloides rail, is a species of bird in the family Sarothruridae. It is endemic to forests, often in wet areas, in northern and eastern Madagascar. The Madagascar forest rail is a secretive and shy species, often showing elusive behavior, such as running away from the slightest disturbances. This has contributed to a lack of study on this species; a reason why...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Madagascar Forest Rail?
The scientific name of Madagascar Forest Rail is Mentocrex kioloides.
What is the conservation status of Madagascar Forest Rail?
The Madagascar Forest Rail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Madagascar Forest Rail belong to?
Madagascar Forest Rail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Madagascar Forest Rail belong to?
Madagascar Forest Rail belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Madagascar Forest Rail belong to?
Madagascar Forest Rail belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Madagascar Forest Rail belong to?
Madagascar Forest Rail belongs to the order Gruiformes.
What family does Madagascar Forest Rail belong to?
Madagascar Forest Rail belongs to the family Sarothruridae.
What genus does Madagascar Forest Rail belong to?
Madagascar Forest Rail belongs to the genus Mentocrex.