Lesser Moorhen (Paragallinula angulata)

Lesser Moorhen, a reference photo — Photo: Charles J. Sharp · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The lesser moorhen (Paragallinula angulata) is a species of bird in the family Rallidae. It is sometimes placed into the genus Gallinula. It is the only member of the genus Paragallinula.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Lesser Moorhen being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Gallinula galeata
Gallinula chloropus
Porphyriops melanops
Fulica rufifrons

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Gruiformes
Family: Rallidae
Genus: Paragallinula
Species: Paragallinula angulata

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