Birding Fun!
We slept in after our big snorkeling trip yesterday! We hoped a plane to the island of O‘ahu for a few days in the late morning. We were on a mission to find one of Hawaii’s native birds in the wetlands! We were super lucky to spot some! Come learn about them with us!
Hawaiian Gallinule Fun Facts:
- Hawaiian Gallinule are also known as the Hawaiian moorhen.
- They can grow up to 12 inches long and weigh up 3/4 lbs.
- They are omnivores. They eat grass, algae and insects.
- These wetland birds do not have webbed feet. They are excellent swimmers though.
- They molt once a year in the summer. The molt takes 25 days or so.
- Hawaiian gallinule are known to be very secretive.
- Nesting parents are very territorial. They both help incubate the eggs and protect the young chicks.
- They are listed as Endangered by the IUCN.
It was neat to see these shy water loving birds. We love their funny long legs and feet!
The Adventures of Ellie and Edmond 
Hmmm I never saw these when I was there but then you said they are secretive. I will be on the lookout on my next trip.