Common Gallinule
Waterfowl
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Season: CLOSED
(2025-09-01 - 2025-11-08)
Field Reference: Common Gallinule
Appearance & Identification
Slate gray with a bright red frontal shield.
Preferred Habitat
Dense freshwater marshes.
Seasonal Behavior
Walks on lily pads.
Recommended Tactics
Secretive; hunt near thick vegetation.
Field Notes & Facts
Also known as a "Mudhen," they have extremely long toes that allow them to walk across lily pads without sinking, looking as if they are walking on water.