Australia's Wonderful Birds

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Purple Swamphen feeding chick

Purple Swamphens are a common water bird across most of Australia. They feed on the shoots of water plants supplemented by frogs and snails.

Purple Swamphen feeding its chick.

The adult keeps the food in its claw, taking a mouthful sized portion in its beak.

The chick sized portion is presented to the chick.

And gratefully received!