Black-backed Swamphen
- Score
- 1
- Family
- Rallidae
- Tail Shape
- short
- Wing Shape
- broad
Why it matters
The black-backed swamphen, *Porphyrio indicus*, is a striking member of the rail family known for its broad wings and characteristically short tail. Native to parts of Southeast Asia, it is a fascinating subject for ornithological collections due to its distinct plumage and the specialized wetland habitats it occupies.
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