Birds of North America

Marsh Birds

Rallidae

Marsh Birds use their environment to the fullest. These skulking birds use the tall grasses and cattails in their habitat as cover, moving about most times totally unnoticed. Most marsh birds have long toes with the ability to walk or run if necessary, on top of the plant life seen on the surface of the water. Other birds such as the American Coot prefer marsh waters deep enough to be able to swim on the surface and reach down into the water in search of its food.


Below is a list of each bird type and the number of species in each bird family that are more likely to be seen in or near marshlands. Images of some of these birds can be seen further down;

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Classic Collection of North American Birds

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