African Swamphen
Porphyrio madagascariensis
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Not Evaluated
Poids
608,0 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes
À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Poids | 608,0 g | 21.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP.
Taille de la couvée
2-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Porphyrio |
| Espèces | Porphyrio madagascariensis |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
How does the African Swamphen nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the African Swamphen?
The African Swamphen has a weight of 608.0 g.
What order and family does the African Swamphen belong to?
The African Swamphen (Porphyrio madagascariensis) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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Kosrae Crake
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Reunion Rail
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White Swamphen
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Marquesan Swamphen
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Saint Helena Rail
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