Allen's Gallinule

Allen's Gallinule

Porphyrio alleni

Least Concern
翼展
30.5 cm
体重
141.8 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes
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关于

Allen's Gallinule (Porphyrio alleni) is a small 23–26 cm, colorful gallinule of sub-Saharan Africa. Deep blue-purple plumage with olive-green back, red bill and frontal shield, and red legs. Inhabits dense freshwater marshes, floating vegetation, and papyrus swamps. Partially migratory; disperses widely after rains.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 30.5 cm 12.0 in
体重 141.8 g 5.00 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15 days.

产卵数

3-8

分类学

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

Distribution

Allen's Gallinule has been recorded in 3 countries.

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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

Is the Allen's Gallinule endangered?
The Allen's Gallinule has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Allen's Gallinule nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15 days.
How big is the Allen's Gallinule?
The Allen's Gallinule has a wingspan of 30.5 cm, weight of 141.8 g.
What order and family does the Allen's Gallinule belong to?
The Allen's Gallinule (Porphyrio alleni) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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