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Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinicus

Photo by James McNair
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Mix of purple blue and green plumage with large yellow feet used for walking on lily pads. Prominent light blue spot on forehead in adults

Habitat:

Wetlands

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Comments (3)
Machi
Perfect timing and great shot!
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PublishedSeptember 10, 2016

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