About the Spot-flanked Gallinule
The spot-flanked gallinule is a species of bird in the family Rallidae. It is monotypic in the genus Porphyriops. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay. Its natural habitats are swamps and freshwater lakes, but it is able to survive in properly managed artificial ponds. Its population has declined significantly in recent decades.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rails, Gallinules, and Coots (Rallidae) |
| Species | Porphyriops melanops |
| Species Codes | spfgal1, SFGA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spot-flanked Gallinule belong to?
The Spot-flanked Gallinule (Porphyriops melanops) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Spot-flanked Gallinule?
The spot-flanked gallinule is a species of bird in the family Rallidae. It is monotypic in the genus Porphyriops. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay. Its natural habitats are swamps and freshwater lakes, but it is able to survive in properly manag...
Where can I report a Spot-flanked Gallinule sighting?
You can log sightings of Spot-flanked Gallinule on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spfgal1, or on iNaturalist.
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