Species of bird
Rouget's rail (Rougetius rougetii) is a species of bird in the family Rallidae. It is the only member of the genus Rougetius. It is found in Eritrea and Ethiopia.
Habitat
Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, rivers, swamps, freshwater marshes, pastureland, rural gardens, and urban areas.
It is threatened by habitat loss.
Gallery
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Rouget's rail in Debre Birhan, Ethiopia
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Rouget's rail in Debre Birhan, Ethiopia
References
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Rougetius rougetii | |
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Rallus rougetii | |
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