Animals of The USA | Clapper Rail | Rallus crepitans
A chicken sized marsh bird known for its kek kek calls. Often heard more than seen.
Size
13 to 16 inches
Range
Atlantic and Gulf Coasts
ME | NH | MA | RI | CT | NY | NJ | DE | MD | VA | NC | SC | GA | FL | AL | MS | LA | TX
Diet
Carnivore | crabs | insects
Behavior
Secretive | marsh running | loud calling
Related Topics
Virginia Rail | King Rail | American Bittern | American Coot | Marsh Wren