Tahiti Rail
Tahiti Rail
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The Tahitian Red-billed Rail was a species of rail endemic to Tahiti and other islands in the Society Islands. Known from historical accounts and a single specimen, it was characterized by its reddish bill and likely flightless or nearly flightless nature. It is now considered extinct.
Where to spot
Historically found on Tahiti and possibly other islands in the Society Islands (French Polynesia).
How to spot
This bird is extinct and cannot be observed. Information is based on historical records and a single preserved specimen.
When to spot
Extinct. It is believed to have gone extinct by the mid-19th century, likely due to introduced predators and habitat loss.
Where to spot
Historically found on Tahiti and possibly other islands in the Society Islands (French Polynesia).
How to spot
This bird is extinct and cannot be observed. Information is based on historical records and a single preserved specimen.
When to spot
Extinct. It is believed to have gone extinct by the mid-19th century, likely due to introduced predators and habitat loss.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This rail was famously encountered by Captain Cook's expedition in the 18th century, making it one of the earliest documented extinct bird species from the Pacific islands.
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