On the breeding of the Slaty-legged Crake (Aves: Rallidae: Rallina eurizonoides) in Nilambur, Kerala, southern India
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The first sighting and breeding of the rare Slaty-legged Crake Rallina eurizonoides (Aves: Rallidae) from Nilambur, Kerala, southern India is provided. The clutch size was seven eggs and three chicks fledged out of it. The total incubation period was 20 days, a first report for this species.Â
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