I’ve written many posts about the Purple Gallinule, but just couldn’t resist adding one more. ☺️ Have a beautiful day~!!
Birder's Journey
"You must have birds in your heart before you can find them in the bushes." — John Burroughs (Journal of the Outdoor Life, v20, 1923, p. 137)
Looks very similar to our Purple Swamphen
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Yes! We have Purple Swamphens, too, though they are non-natives. Less elegant and graceful than the Gallinule, but very similar coloring.
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Beautiful images, love the action shots!
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They are really fun to watch!
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Gorgeous shots of a bird some overlook.
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Yes, I recall when I first discovered them and thought they were so elusive. Now we’re blessed to see them a lot!
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Beautiful bird. Great shots📸
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These are probably the birds I’ve posted most about! 😉
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Excellent shots Carol! You’re going to put me out of business! 🙂
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Haha!! Not at all likely, HJ
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Fantastic! Always love seeing them!
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We’re fortunate that they like our wetlands so much, but I agree, Pam – it’s always a treat to see them!
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I always see them from a distance and not very often. 🙂
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I’ll miss birding and taking photos this year. The condo I was renting is being sold. Looking for another condo or mobile home for 2018.
Thank you for sharing you fabulous photos.
Connie
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I really hope you will be able to find a new place for next year, Connie!
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