White-browed Crake

The White-browed Crake, scientifically known as Poliolimnas cinereus, is a modestly adorned bird belonging to the Rallidae family. Its plumage is primarily grey, and as its name suggests, it is distinguished by a notable white brow.

Identification Tips

To identify the White-browed Crake, look for its characteristic white eyebrow stripe, which stands out against its grey feathers. This feature is a key visual cue distinguishing it from other crake species.

Habitat

This bird favors the subtropical and tropical mangrove forests, where it finds shelter and sustenance. These ecosystems provide the ideal conditions for the White-browed Crake to thrive.

Distribution

The White-browed Crake has a broad range, with sightings reported in various regions including Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Fiji, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, India, Malaysia, Micronesia, New Caledonia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Thailand, and Vanuatu.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List classifies the White-browed Crake as Least Concern, indicating that, at present, there are no immediate threats to its population numbers that would warrant a higher level of concern. However, one subspecies, the Iwo Jima rail, is now extinct.