The Talaud rail (Gymnocrex talaudensis) is a rare, ground-dwelling bird. Found only on a single island in Indonesia, this species is relatively new to science, having only been discovered in 1998.
The Talaud rail has a distinctive red iris, contrasting with the characteristic patch of bare, silver-white skin behind each eye. The head, neck and breast of this species are a maroon-chestnut colour, while the upperparts are olive-green and the underparts are black (2).