Galápagos Crake
Galápagos Crake
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The Galápagos Crake (Laterallus spilonota) is a small, flightless or near-flightless rail endemic to the Galápagos Islands. Its dark, spotted plumage provides camouflage in the dense undergrowth of the islands.
Where to spot
Endemic to several of the larger Galápagos Islands, including Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Inhabits dense vegetation, humid highlands, and fern-sedge zones.
How to spot
Look for small, dark movements in dense undergrowth in the humid highlands. Listen for its distinctive, often repeated 'churrrr' call. Patience and a slow approach are key, as it can be quite bold in undisturbed areas.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active at dawn and dusk, but can be seen during the day when foraging. More vocal during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Endemic to several of the larger Galápagos Islands, including Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, and Santa Cruz. Inhabits dense vegetation, humid highlands, and fern-sedge zones.
How to spot
Look for small, dark movements in dense undergrowth in the humid highlands. Listen for its distinctive, often repeated 'churrrr' call. Patience and a slow approach are key, as it can be quite bold in undisturbed areas.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active at dawn and dusk, but can be seen during the day when foraging. More vocal during the breeding season.
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This crake exhibits a curious behavior of climbing on top of vegetation to peer over, making brief appearances above the dense ground cover, before quickly retreating.
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