South Island Takahe
South Island Takahe (<em>Porphyrio hochstetteri</em>) is a species of Rails, Crakes &amp; 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.
