Birds

Eurasian Moorhen

Gallinula chloropus

Observations in the area: 10
Last sighting: 2 April 2026
Category: Birds

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The species

The common moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) (also known as the waterhen and as the swamp chicken) is a bird species in the family Rallidae. It is distributed across many parts of the Old World.

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Where it has been observed

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When it has been observed

Sightings per month, from the most recent observations.

J F M A M J J A S O N D

Watch from a distance, do not pick plants or disturb animals, and stay on the trails: the Park is their home.

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