Birds

Inaccessible Island Rail

Inaccessible Island Rail

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The Ascension Crake (Laterallus rogersi) was an extinct flightless rail endemic to Ascension Island in the South Atlantic Ocean. Known from fossil remains, it was a small crake likely similar in appearance to its living relatives.
Where to spot
This species is extinct and cannot be observed in the wild. Historically, it was confined to Ascension Island.
How to spot
As an extinct species, direct observation is not possible. Its existence is known through paleontological findings.
When to spot
Not applicable as the species is extinct.
This species went extinct shortly after European discovery of Ascension Island, likely due to introduced predators like rats and cats, as well as habitat degradation.
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