Common Gallinule (Gallinula galeata)
- HABITAT - The Common Gallinule is found in freshwater and brackish marshes, swamps and lakes with submerged, floating, and emergent aquatic vegetation. Populations in areas where the waters freeze, such as southern Canada and the northern USA, will migrate to more temperate climates. Breeding occurs in wetlands, where they build floating nests among reeds or other vegetation. They can be found throughout North, Central, and South America.
- DIET - They are omnivorous and feed on a mix of plant material, seeds, insects, snails, and small fish. They forage in the water, on floating vegetation, or along the shoreline
- FACTS - While they swim like ducks, their long legs allow them to walk easily on marsh vegetation, making them versatile in their movement.
- Known for their loud and varied calls, including clucks, squawks, and whistles. Their calls are often used to establish territory or communicate with mates. They can be quite territorial, especially during the breeding season, chasing off intruders with aggressive displays and vocalizations.
Common gallinule GALLERY
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