Dean M. Chriss
Photography
Purple Gallinule, Evening Marsh

Purple Gallinule, Evening Marsh

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Purple gallinules are incredibly colorful birds. They are found in the southeastern United States, tropical regions of Central America, the Caribbean and northern South America. Their iridescent feathers glow in varied colors when they catch bright direct sunlight. These birds build floating nests in marshes and swamps where they lay 5 to 10 eggs. Their very large feet distribute their weight, allowing them to stand on lilypads without sinking.