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Dusky Moorhen

Gallinula tenebrosa

Least Concern
翼展
39.4 cm
体重
540.0 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes
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关于

Dusky Moorhen (Gallinula tenebrosa) is a 35–40 cm moorhen of Australia, New Guinea, and Indonesia's freshwater wetlands. Dark slaty-grey with brown back, red frontal shield, and yellow-tipped red bill. Common on lakes, rivers, and park ponds. Walks along shorelines and swims freely. Feeds on aquatic plants, invertebrates, and seeds.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 39.4 cm 15.5 in
体重 540.0 g 19.05 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 19-24 days. Fledging: 56 days.

产卵数

5-18

分类学

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

Distribution

Dusky Moorhen has been recorded in 1 countries.

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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

Is the Dusky Moorhen endangered?
The Dusky Moorhen has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Dusky Moorhen nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 19-24 days. Fledging: 56 days.
How big is the Dusky Moorhen?
The Dusky Moorhen has a wingspan of 39.4 cm, weight of 540.0 g.
What order and family does the Dusky Moorhen belong to?
The Dusky Moorhen (Gallinula tenebrosa) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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