Eurasian Moorhen

Conservation Status:

It is listed as Least Concern, with a very large global population

Population Trends:

The species shows a stable population trend, supported by its adaptability to a wide range of wetland environments.

Population Size:

Estimated at millions of individuals.

Family:

Rallidae family

Location:

In Uganda, it is widespread in lakes, swamps, marshes, ponds, and slow-moving waters

Habitat:

Lake Victoria, Lake Kyoga, and many smaller wetlands. It thrives wherever there is vegetation and shallow water.

Migration Pattern:

The Eurasian Moorhen is mostly resident in Africa, though some populations elsewhere are migratory.

Migration Distance:

In Uganda, it makes short local movements, usually within a few kilometers, following water levels and food.

About this Bird:

A Familiar Spirit of the Wetlands

Eurasian Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) is a common yet charming waterbird, easily recognized by its dark body, white flank stripe, and bright red bill tipped with yellow. A member of the Rallidae family, it is a familiar sight in wetlands across Uganda.

A Constant Presence

Familiar and resilient, the moorhen is a quiet companion of Uganda’s wetlands, proof that even common species are vital threads in the fabric of nature.

Eurasian Moorhen

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About this Bird:

A Familiar Spirit of the Wetlands

A Constant Presence

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