Rails, Gallinules and Coots in Somalia

Learn about 4 birds from the Rails, Gallinules and Coots family (Rallidae) found in Somalia. Includes 1 regular species and 3 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.

Corncrake

Corncrake

Crex crex

Least Concern
Purple Swamphen

Purple Swamphen

Porphyrio porphyrio

Least Concern
Spotted Crake

Spotted Crake

Porzana porzana

Least Concern

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