Azure Gallinule
Porphyrio flavirostris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="porphyrio-flavirostris"></birdfyi-bird>The Azure Gallinule (Porphyrio flavirostris) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rallen, sumpfhühner und blässhühner), within the order Gruiformes (kraniche und rallen). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26.4 cm and a weight of 92.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Azure Gallinule (Porphyrio flavirostris) is a small 23–27 cm, pale gallinule of South America's Amazonian and Orinoco floodplains. Pale blue-grey plumage with white underparts, yellow-green bill, and pink legs. Inhabits floating grasses and water hyacinth mats in slow rivers and flooded savannas. Secretive; walks on floating vegetation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 26,4 cm | 10.4 in |
| Gewicht | 92,5 g | 3.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
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Nistverhalten
Nest type: CP.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Gruiformes (Kraniche und Rallen) |
| Familie | Rallidae (Rallen, Sumpfhühner und Blässhühner) |
| Genus | Porphyrio |
| Arten | Porphyrio flavirostris |
Distribution
Azure Gallinule has been recorded in 4 countries.
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