Purple Swamp-hen

Porphyrio porphyrio

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Brief #

Large feet, bright plumage and red bill and frontal shield.

Synonyms #

  • Calamón común (Spanish)
  • Camón (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Purple Swamp-hen is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Large feet, bright plumage and red bill and frontal shield is easily recognisable in its native range.

Measurements #

Length: 45 - 50 cm
Wingspan: 0.9 - 1 m
Weight: 0.52 - 1 kg

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