Rails, Gallinules and Coots in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Learn about 3 birds from the Rails, Gallinules and Coots family (Rallidae) found in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. Includes 1 regular species and 2 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Moorhen

Moorhen

Gallinula chloropus

Least Concern

Vagrant Rallidae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Purple Swamphen

Purple Swamphen

Porphyrio porphyrio

Least Concern
Spotted Crake

Spotted Crake

Porzana porzana

Least Concern

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