Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Gruiformes
Family
Rallidae
Genus
Amaurornis
Species
Amaurornis olivacea
Status
least concern
Colours
Distinguishing features
It has a green bill. The frontal shield is small and orange. The iris is brown. They are olive-brown from heir cap to their mantle and are browner towards the tail. From the sides of their head to their abdomen, they are a pale slaty grey. The vent is a dull pink colour. Legs are yellow. (Simpson and Day)
Size
- From 25 cm to 26 cm (Length of specimen)
Wingspan
- Wingspan data is not yet available.
Synonyms
Distribution
©Atlas of Living Australia: Australian distribution
Distribution and habitat preferences
They are typically found close to a water source.
Local abundance
- NSW, Australia: Only 58 known locations have been listed in NSW and documentation within Australia has been scarce and erratic. (WIRES)
Chronotypes
nocturnal (active at night) Can be active on overcast days.
Web resources
References
- Simpson, K., N. Day and P. Trusler (2004). Field Guide to Birds of Australia: 7th Edition Penguin Group (Australia), Camberwell, Victoria.