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Philipine Swamphen

Porphyrio pulverulentus

Not Evaluated
体重
773.9 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes

The Philipine Swamphen (Porphyrio pulverulentus) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a weight of 773.9 g.

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Philippine Swamphen (Porphyrio pulverulentus) is a 42–48 cm swamphen endemic to the Philippines. Deep blue-purple plumage with greenish-bronze back; large red bill and frontal shield. Inhabits freshwater marshes, lake margins, and rice paddies across the main Philippine islands. Feeds on aquatic plants, invertebrates, and small vertebrates.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
体重 773.9 g 27.30 oz

Habitat & Range

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP.

分类学

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

Distribution

Philipine Swamphen has been recorded in 1 countries.

出现 Not recorded

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常见问题

How does the Philipine Swamphen nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Philipine Swamphen?
The Philipine Swamphen has a weight of 773.9 g.
What order and family does the Philipine Swamphen belong to?
The Philipine Swamphen (Porphyrio pulverulentus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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