Purple Gallinule
Porphyrio martinicus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Gruiformes · Rallidae
About
The purple gallinule is a species of swamphen found in the Americas. It is in the order Gruiformes, meaning "crane-like", an order which also contains cranes, rails, and crakes. The purple gallinule is a rail species, placing it into the family Rallidae. It is also known locally as the yellow-legged gallinule. The specific name martinica denotes "of Martinique".
Fun Fact
The purple gallinule is a medium-sized rail, measuring 26–37 cm (10–15 in) in length, spanning 50–61 cm (20–24 in) across the wings and weighing 141–305 g (5.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat is freshwater marsh with dense stands of vegetation.
Diet
Consume are seeds, leaves and fruits of both aquatic and terrestrial plants, insects, insect larvae, spiders, other invertebrates, frogs, snails, earthworms, and fish.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance