White-throated Rail vs African Swamphen
Dryolimnas cuvieri compared with Porphyrio madagascariensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White-throated Rail | African Swamphen |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dryolimnas cuvieri | Porphyrio madagascariensis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 27.5 cm (10.8 in) | — |
| Weight | 199.4 g (7.03 oz) | 608.0 g (21.45 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
White-throated Rail
Not Evaluated
African Swamphen
About These Birds
White-throated Rail
White-throated Rail (Dryolimnas cuvieri), 28 cm. Brown above; white throat and breast; barred flanks. The nominate race inhabits scrub and wetland of Madagascar and surrounding islands; flightless on Aldabra Atoll. Omnivore. Least Concern for main population; Aldabra population is distinct.
African Swamphen
African Swamphen (Porphyrio madagascariensis) is a 38–50 cm large gallinule of sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. Deep blue-purple with greenish back, massive red bill and frontal shield, and red legs. Inhabits papyrus swamps, lake shores, and dense reed beds. Similar to Purple Swamphen but restricted to Africa.