The common gallinule has dark brown plumage and a short, bright red bill that extends onto its forehead as a leathery protective shield. The bird is found on all continents except Australia and, as a waterbird, tends to inhabit marshes and grassy lakeshores.
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"Common gallinule," Microsoft(R) Encarta(R) 96 Encyclopedia. (c) 1993-1995 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
