Dusky Moorhen is a photograph by Miroslava Jurcik which was uploaded on October 21st, 2016.
Dusky Moorhen
I actually thought it was the black swamphen, but the beak is different and the blue. purple tint is not strong !... more
Title
Dusky Moorhen
Artist
Miroslava Jurcik
Medium
Photograph
Description
I actually thought it was the black swamphen, but the beak is different and the blue. purple tint is not strong !
The Dusky Moorhen feeds in the water and on land on algae, water plants and grasses, as well as seeds, fruits, molluscs and other invertebrates. It will also eat carrion (dead animals) and the droppings of other birds. It does not dive when feeding; its tail is always visible above the water when upended.
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October 21st, 2016
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Comments (33)
Darin Williams
Beautiful capture! I think these are prettier than the moorhens we have here in Missouri. l/f
Rob Luzier
Very nice photo of such a pretty bird. I never seen on of these. Very nice detail and the colors are incredible. L/F