216. Creciscus jamaicensis. 5 in.

Much smaller than any of our other rails; very dark.

Notes. - A peculiar, loud clicking sound.

Nest. - Of grass and rushes, well cupped to receive the 6 to 12 eggs; these are creamy white, speckled with reddish brown (1.03 x.75); June.

Range. - Breeds in the United States north to Mass., southern Minn, and Oregon. Winters in the West Indies and Central America.