Lesser Moorhen
Paragallinula angulata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="paragallinula-angulata"></birdfyi-bird>The Lesser Moorhen (Paragallinula angulata) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26.6 cm and a weight of 137.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Lesser Moorhen (Paragallinula angulata) is a small 20–23 cm Afrotropical moorhen of sub-Saharan Africa's shallow freshwater marshes. Resembles Common Moorhen but smaller, with yellow bill tipped red and duller frontal shield. Secretive; skulks in dense reed beds and floating vegetation mats. Feeds on aquatic invertebrates, seeds, and small fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.6 cm | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 137.4 g | 4.85 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 19-20 days. Fledging: 35-38 days.
Clutch Size
3-9
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Paragallinula |
| Species | Paragallinula angulata |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family