Chatham Rail (Extinct)

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The Chatham Rail was a small, flightless rail endemic to Mangere Island in the Chatham Islands, New Zealand. It was characterized by its reddish-brown plumage and short, stout bill. Sadly, it went extinct due to habitat destruction and predation shortly after human arrival.

Where to spot

Historically endemic to Mangere Island in the Chatham Islands, New Zealand.

How to spot

This bird is extinct and cannot be observed. Information is based on historical specimens and accounts.

When to spot

Extinct. It went extinct in the early 20th century, primarily due to habitat degradation from introduced livestock and predation by introduced cats.

Where to spot

Historically endemic to Mangere Island in the Chatham Islands, New Zealand.

How to spot

This bird is extinct and cannot be observed. Information is based on historical specimens and accounts.

When to spot

Extinct. It went extinct in the early 20th century, primarily due to habitat degradation from introduced livestock and predation by introduced cats.

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This rail was only known from a few specimens collected in the late 19th century. Its small range on a single tiny island made it particularly vulnerable to extinction pressures from introduced species.

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