White Swamphen vs Tasmanian Native-hen
Porphyrio albus compared with Tribonyx mortierii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White Swamphen | Tasmanian Native-hen |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Porphyrio albus | Tribonyx mortierii |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 37.1 cm (14.6 in) |
| Weight | — | 1292.5 g (45.59 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 5-8 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
White Swamphen
Least Concern
Tasmanian Native-hen
About These Birds
White Swamphen
White Swamphen (Porphyrio albus) is an extinct all-white swamphen formerly endemic to Lord Howe Island, Australia. Known from specimens collected around 1790 and early drawings; had reduced wings indicating flightlessness or near-flightlessness. Extirpated by hunting after European discovery. Related to Australasian Swamphen.
Tasmanian Native-hen
Tasmanian Native-hen (Tribonyx mortierii) is a 43–51 cm large flightless rail endemic to Tasmania. Dark olive-brown with white flank spots, red eye, and upright tail. Inhabits grasslands, farmland, and wetland margins. Social; defends territories in small family groups. Grazes mainly on grass and herbs. Vulnerable to predation by introduced foxes.