Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Clapper Rail
Râle tapageur
Rallus crepitans
Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Clapper Rail
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.5" 36.8cm | 19" 48.3cm | 10 oz 283.5g | Rallidae | Rallus crepitans |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Clapper Rail is the second largest rail seen in North America, the largest rail is the King Rail. This marsh bird prefers a saltwater habitat. This is one way of separating it from the King Rail, who prefers a freshwater habitat. The King Rail is very similar in appearance to the Clapper Rail. All rails are secretive birds, which makes it very difficult to ever see one in full view. This rail is common in Cuba.