South Island Takahe

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South Island Takahe (<em>Porphyrio hochstetteri</em>) is a species of Rails, Crakes & Coots (<em>Rallidae</em>) in the order Cranes and Allies.

Overview

South Island Takahe (Porphyrio hochstetteri) is a species of Rails, Crakes & Coots (Rallidae) in the order Cranes and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Porphyrio; binomial: Porphyrio hochstetteri; authority: (Meyer, AB, 1883).

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Change name to South Island Takahe to match North Island Takahe.

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