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Gallinule, a waterbird of the rail family, closely related to the coot. The gallinule is also called water hen and moor hen.
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BustardBustard, a family of game birds. There are 22 species. The bustard looks something like a turkey, but is actually more closely related to the rail and the crane. See more »
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CootCoot, a water bird that resembles a duck. The American coot is about 15 inches (38 cm) long. See more »
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CraneCrane, a family of large wading birds. Cranes in flight resemble herons, except that cranes fly with their necks outstretched, while herons curve their necks into an S shape. See more »
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GallinuleGallinule, a waterbird of the rail family, closely related to the coot. The gallinule is also called water hen and moor hen. See more »
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NotornisNotornis, or Takahe, a flightless bird found only in New Zealand. It is about the size of a small turkey. See more »
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RailRail, a game bird that lives chiefly in swamps and marshes. The rail has a long bill, moderately long neck, compact body, stubby tail, and short, rounded wings. See more »
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