Rails, Gallinules and Coots in South Africa

Learn about 4 birds from the Rails, Gallinules and Coots family (Rallidae) found in South Africa. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Corncrake

Corncrake

Crex crex

Least Concern
Moorhen

Moorhen

Gallinula chloropus

Least Concern
Purple Swamphen

Purple Swamphen

Porphyrio porphyrio

Least Concern
Spotted Crake

Spotted Crake

Porzana porzana

Least Concern

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