Photo: Sarah Stone, published by John White (1757/8-1832) / Public domain (Wikimedia Commons)
White Swamphen
Porphyrio albus
White Swamphen (Porphyrio albus) — Cranes & Rails of Australia & Oceania.
The White Swamphen (Porphyrio albus) is a member of the Rallidae family found in Australia & Oceania. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Gruiformes
- Family Rallidae Rails, Crakes & Coots
- Genus Porphyrio
- Species albus
Quick facts
- Family
- Rallidae
- Order
- Gruiformes
Biology & behaviour
The White Swamphen (Porphyrio albus) belongs to the Rallidae family of the order Gruiformes. It is found across Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU Lord Howe I. (Australia).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the White Swamphen live?
The White Swamphen is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU Lord Howe I. (Australia).
What family does the White Swamphen belong to?
The White Swamphen (Porphyrio albus) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.
Is the White Swamphen endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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