King Rail
King Rail Information
King Rail
Illustration, habitat, weight, length, food, identification, range, reproduction, interesting facts, and management.(From Wildlife in Connecticut)
King Rail
Habitat, diet, feeding behavior, nesting, migration, and conservation status of this bird. Includes range map, photos, and songs and calls. (From Audubon Field Guide)
King Rail
Range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, lifespan, behavior, communication, food habits, predation, and conservation status. Includes photos. (From Animal Diversity Web)
Calls of the King Rail
Identification tips for the King RailKing Rail with Young
By Reago & McClarren [CC 2.0]
Video of King Rail in Connecticut
June 2017
Breeding Bird Survey Map,
2011-2015
Note: Due to the secretive nature of this bird and its ability to blend into its surroundings, this map is likely not a true representation of the breeding range of the King Rail.
(Image credit: USGS)
Range in New England
The King Rail is a very rare and local visitor to southern New England. There have been a few confirmed reports of breeding in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Winter Map from eBird
Sightings of the King Rail throughout the year over past 10 years
(2009-2019)