Russet-crowned Crake
Russet-crowned Crake
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The Rufous-sided Crake (Rufirallus viridis) is a small, secretive crake found in the wet lowlands of South America. It is characterized by its dull olive-brown upperparts and a distinctive rufous wash on its flanks and face.
Where to spot
Found in South America, from Colombia and Venezuela south to Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Inhabits dense freshwater wetlands, wet grasslands, and forest edges, often in flooded areas.
How to spot
Extremely difficult to observe visually. Focus on listening for its soft, repetitive calls from dense, wet thickets. Patience and quiet are essential, as it rarely emerges into open view.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active at dawn and dusk. Its calls can sometimes be heard at night.
Where to spot
Found in South America, from Colombia and Venezuela south to Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Inhabits dense freshwater wetlands, wet grasslands, and forest edges, often in flooded areas.
How to spot
Extremely difficult to observe visually. Focus on listening for its soft, repetitive calls from dense, wet thickets. Patience and quiet are essential, as it rarely emerges into open view.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active at dawn and dusk. Its calls can sometimes be heard at night.
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This crake is notoriously shy and often remains hidden in dense vegetation, making its distinctive, almost insect-like calls the most common way to detect its presence.
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