The Purple Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio) is a "swamp hen" in the rail family Rallidae. Also known locally as the Pūkeko, African Purple Swamphen, Purple Moorhen, Purple Gallinule or Purple Coot. This chicken-sized bird, with its large feet, bright plumage and red bill and frontal shield is easily-recognisable in its native range.
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ReplyDeleteGreat shot of the Swamphen, it is a pretty color.
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The related swamp hen is seen quite a bit in Florida. I guess they used to be classified as the same species (purple swamp hen) but are now separate species in the standard classification.
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He is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHello. It is a beautiful and funny looking bird. Its toes are insanely long.
ReplyDeleteA colourful bird to photograph. - Margy
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