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Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

Least Concern
翼展
35.2 cm
体重
374.8333333333333 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes

关于

Common Gallinule (Gallinula galeata) is a 32–38 cm rail of the Americas, from Canada to Argentina. Dark grey-black with brown back, bold red frontal shield, yellow-tipped red bill, and white flank stripe. Inhabits freshwater marshes, ponds, and slow rivers. Swims and walks with bobbing head motion. Feeds on aquatic plants and invertebrates.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 35.2 cm 13.9 in
体重 374.8333333333333 g 13.22 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Incubation: 19-22 days. Fledging: 40-50 days.

产卵数

5-9

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Gallinula
物种 Gallinula galeata

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常见问题

Is the Common Gallinule endangered?
The Common Gallinule has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Common Gallinule nest?
Incubation: 19-22 days. Fledging: 40-50 days.
How big is the Common Gallinule?
The Common Gallinule has a wingspan of 35.2 cm, weight of 374.8333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Common Gallinule belong to?
The Common Gallinule (Gallinula galeata) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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