Rallidae Collection (page 2)

Common Gallinule (Gallinula galeata), California, USA

Australian Crake (Porzana fluminea), Western Australia, Australia

Baillons Crake (Porzana pusilla pusilla), Paphos, Cyprus

Black Crake (Amaurornis flavirostra) foraging, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa

Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), Bavaria, Germany

Australian Coot (Fulica atra australis), Victoria, Australia

Black-tailed Crake (Porzana bicolor), Doi Inthanon, Thailand

American Coot (Fulica americana) running to take flight, Arizona, USA

American Coot (Fulica americana) adult at dawn, Arizona, USA

Australasian Swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus melanotus), Victoria, Australia

Wading bird illustration by Alexander Wilson
Little blue heron, Egretta caerulea; Snowy egret, Egretta thula; Virginia rail, Rallus limicola and Clapper rail, Rallus longirostris. Hand painted engraving

Pair of Red-knobbed Coots courting on nest. Inhabits dams, freshwater pans and lakes, avoiding fast flowing rivers
ASW-4576 Red-knobbed Coots - pair courting on nest Karoo National Park, Western Cape, South Africa. Fulica cristata Inhabits dams, freshwater pans and lakes, avoiding fast flowing rivers. Alan J. S

Male Red-knobbed Coot carrying nesting material. Inhabits dams, freshwater pans and lakes
ASW-4575 Red-knobbed Coot - male carrying nesting material Karoo National Park, Western Cape, South Africa. Fulica cristata Inhabits dams, freshwater pans and lakes, avoiding fast flowing rivers

Rallus phippensis
Buff-banded Rail, Rallus phippensis, collected by JB Jukes in Port Essington, Northern Territory, Australia on August 1843 Date: 1843

Eulabeornis castaneoventris egg
Egg of Chestnut Rail, Eulabeornis castaneoventris, collected in Port Essington, Northern Territory, Australia

North Island Weka and Western Weka
North Island Weka, Gallirallus australis greyi. Western Weka, Gallirallus australis australis. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand

Western Weka and Buff Weka
Western Weka, Gallirallus australis australis. Buff Weka, Gallirallus australis hectori. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand

Chatham Island Rail or Matirakahu, Cabalus modestus (adult and young). Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand, Vol.4 Plate 57 Date: 1888

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County, a Sora forages for food in a pond which creates a
Usa, Wyoming, Sublette County, a Sora forages for food in a pond which creates a reflection

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Eurasian Coot on marsh Castilla La Mancha Spain. Date:

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Eurasian Coot on marsh Castilla La Mancha Spain. Date:

Common Moorhen or Common Gallinule (Gallinula chloropus), young, wandering through grass in search of food

Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea), Atacama Desert, Antofagasta Region, Chile, South America

Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea) carrying nesting material, Atacama Desert, Antofagasta Region, Chile, South America

Nesting Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea), Lauca National Park, Arica and Parinacote Region, Chile, South America

Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), searching for food on the waters edge, in the evening light

Coot -Fulica atra-, Texel Island, The Netherlands, Europe

Coot -Fulica atra-, feeding young, Lake Zug, Zug, Switzerland, Europe

Common Coot -Fulica atra- on water, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Coot or Eurasian Coot -Fulica atra-, Tyrol, Austria

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Rallidae: From South Island Takahe to Purple Swamphens" The diverse family of rallidae, also known as rails or crakes, encompasses a wide array of unique and captivating bird species. Let's embark on a journey through different corners of the world to explore these remarkable creatures. In the lush forests of New Zealand's Tiritiri Matangi island near Auckland, we encounter the elusive South Island Takahe, scientifically known as Porphyrio hochestetteri. With its vibrant blue plumage and stout body, this flightless bird is a true symbol of conservation success. Venturing into Germany's Middle Elbe region in Saxony-Anhalt, we find ourselves amidst an enchanting symphony. The Corncrake (Crex crex) listens attentively to its rival's song before responding with its own melodious call. This secretive bird thrives in wet meadows and grasslands. Traveling further east to the Philippines, we come across Gallirallus philippensis - the buff-banded rail. Its distinct black-and-white striped plumage makes it stand out among its feathered counterparts in Southeast Asia. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies North America where Fulica americana reigns supreme. The American coot gracefully glides through freshwater lakes and marshes with its striking white bill contrasting against jet-black feathers. Heading northward to Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland, UK, we witness nature at its finest as water rails (Rallus aquaticus) elegantly wade through shallow streams or forage near their edges. Their slender bodies navigate effortlessly through waterways while searching for sustenance. Derbyshire unveils another spectacle during dusk when moorhens (Gallinula chloropus) take center stage on frozen lakes. Backlit by fading sunlight, these adult birds create picturesque silhouettes against the icy backdrop.