About the Spotted Crake
The Spotted Crake (Porzana porzana) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Spotted Crake is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
declining
Current Threats
- Habitat loss and degradation
- Drainage of wetlands
- Agricultural intensification
Photo Gallery
2 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
Europe
Continent: Europe
Country: United Kingdom, France, Germany, Poland
Region: Temperate and Mediterranean regions
Asia
Continent: Asia
Country: China, Japan, India
Region: Temperate and subtropical regions
Africa
Continent: Africa
Country: Egypt, South Africa, Morocco
Region: Temperate and subtropical regions
Distribution Overview
The Spotted Crake is a widespread species, found in Europe, Asia, and Africa, breeding in wetlands, including marshes, swamps, and lakes.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 19 - 23 cm
- Weight
- 60 - 120 g
- Lifespan
- up to 5-7 years years
- Diet
- Omnivorous, eating a variety of plants and animalsInsects, seeds, fruits, small invertebrates
Habitat
WetlandsMarshesSwampsLakes
Behavior
- Solitary animal, only coming together to breed
- Nocturnal and crepuscular, spending most of its time in dense vegetation
- Omnivorous, eating a variety of plants and animals
- Migrates between breeding and wintering grounds