African Swamphen vs Ash-throated Crake
Porphyrio madagascariensis compared with Porzana albicollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Swamphen | Ash-throated Crake |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Porphyrio madagascariensis | Porzana albicollis |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 23.1 cm (9.1 in) |
| Weight | 608.0 g (21.45 oz) | 104.0 g (3.67 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Swamphen
Least Concern
Ash-throated Crake
About These Birds
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.
Ash-throated Crake
Ash-throated Crake (Porzana albicollis), 20 cm. Grey head and throat, brown back, barred flanks; inhabits rank grass and marsh edges of South America from Colombia to Argentina. Omnivore. Least Concern; common in lowland wetlands and flooded grassland.