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Gallinula chloropus
The Moorhen is a distinctive species, with dark plumage apart from the white undertail, yellow legs and a red facial shield. The young are browner and lack the red shield. It has a wide range of gargling calls and will emit loud hisses when threatened.This is a common breeding bird in marsh environments and well-vegetated lakes.
Spotted on Mar 3, 2012
Submitted on Mar 3, 2012
2 Comments
Thanks Sachin :)
good collection,