African Swamphen vs Band-bellied Crake
Porphyrio madagascariensis compared with Zapornia paykullii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Swamphen | Band-bellied Crake |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Porphyrio madagascariensis | Zapornia paykullii |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rallidae | Rallidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 25.3 cm (10.0 in) |
| Weight | 608.0 g (21.45 oz) | 108.4 g (3.82 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | 5-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Swamphen
Near Threatened
Band-bellied 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.
Band-bellied Crake
Band-bellied Crake (Zapornia paykullii) is a small 18–22 cm, migratory crake of East Asia. Dark brown above; chestnut breast; lower underparts strongly barred black and white; red legs. Breeds in Russia and China; winters in South-East Asia, the Philippines, and Sulawesi. Inhabits freshwater marshes and wet grassland. Secretive.