The Talaud Rail is a critically endangered, flightless rail endemic to Karakelong Island in the Talaud Islands of Indonesia. It is a large, dark rail with a heavy bill and bare facial skin, primarily found in lowland swamp forests. This extremely localized species faces severe conservation threats.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Karakelong in the Talaud Islands, Indonesia. Inhabits lowland swamp forests and freshwater marshes.
How to spot
Any observation is a significant event. Requires travel to its very specific island habitat and focused search efforts in dense swamp forest. Its calls are not well-documented. Conservation efforts are crucial for its survival.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Observations are extremely rare due to its critically endangered status and limited range.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Karakelong in the Talaud Islands, Indonesia. Inhabits lowland swamp forests and freshwater marshes.
How to spot
Any observation is a significant event. Requires travel to its very specific island habitat and focused search efforts in dense swamp forest. Its calls are not well-documented. Conservation efforts are crucial for its survival.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Observations are extremely rare due to its critically endangered status and limited range.
This species was only formally described in 1998, highlighting the ongoing discovery of new bird species, especially in remote island ecosystems.
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