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Gallirallus striatus
Habitat
Wetlands, typically up to 1,000 m
Range
Indian subcontinent and South-east Asia
Size
25–30 cm; 100–142 g
The slaty-breasted rail (Lewinia striata) is a medium-sized rail native to the Indian subcontinent and South-east Asia, 25–30 cm long and 100–142 g, with a chestnut crown and nape, a blue-grey breast and a long reddish bill. It was traditionally placed in Gallirallus but genetic studies place it in Lewinia. It is mostly found in wetlands, typically up to 1,000 m. Subregional forms include one named taiwana. The source does not describe its status in mainland China. (Wikipedia, general species account)