White Swamphen vs Black-tailed Native-hen
Porphyrio albus compared with Tribonyx ventralis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White Swamphen | Black-tailed Native-hen |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Porphyrio albus | Tribonyx ventralis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 41.1 cm (16.2 in) |
| Weight | — | 376.75 g (13.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 5-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
White Swamphen
Least Concern
Black-tailed 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.
Black-tailed Native-hen
Black-tailed Native-hen (Tribonyx ventralis) is a 30–38 cm flightless rail of inland Australia. Olive-brown with white flank spots, red eye, and upright black tail. Nomadic, following rainfall; forms large flocks at temporary wetlands. Grazes on grass and aquatic plants. Occasionally erupts in huge numbers after flooding. Not threatened.