Common Moorhen
Gallinula chloropus
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Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) is a 30–38 cm, widespread rail found across Eurasia, Africa, and South Asia. Dark slaty-grey with brown back, red frontal shield, yellow-tipped red bill, and white flank stripe. Inhabits virtually all freshwater wetlands including urban park ponds. Swims with characteristic head-bob.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 33,1 cm | 13.0 in |
| الوزن | 297,5 g | 10.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: SA. Incubation: 17-22 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
2-14
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| الفصيلة | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Gallinula |
| الأنواع | Gallinula chloropus |
Distribution
Common Moorhen has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family