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Purple Gallinule
Porphyrio martinicus
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Least Concern
翼展
34.9 cm
体重
239.5666666666667 g
科
Rallidae
目
Gruiformes
关于
Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinicus) is a dazzling 26–37 cm rail of the Americas. Brilliant purple-blue plumage with green back, red and yellow bill, blue frontal shield, and yellow legs. Inhabits freshwater marshes with floating vegetation from the southern USA to Argentina. A strong wanderer; recorded across the Atlantic.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼展 | 34.9 cm | 13.7 in |
| 体重 | 239.5666666666667 g | 8.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
保护状况
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
行为与繁殖
筑巢
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18-23 days. Fledging: 35-49 days.
产卵数
3-8
分类学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| 科 | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Porphyrio |
| 物种 | Porphyrio martinicus |
External Databases
常见问题
Is the Purple Gallinule endangered?
The Purple Gallinule has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Purple Gallinule nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18-23 days. Fledging: 35-49 days.
How big is the Purple Gallinule?
The Purple Gallinule has a wingspan of 34.9 cm, weight of 239.5666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Purple Gallinule belong to?
The Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinicus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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