What is another word for gallinula?
Pronunciation: [ɡalˈɪnjʊlə] (IPA) 
"Gallinula" is a genus of water birds that inhabit various wetlands across the world. This bird genus belongs to the family of Rails. There are several synonyms for "gallinula" depending on the species, including "moorhen," "waterhen," "marsh hen," and "swamp chicken." These synonyms are often used interchangeably, but sometimes they can also refer to specific species. For example, moorhen usually refers to the Eurasian gallinule species, while marsh hen might refer to the American gallinule. Synonyms are useful to have at hand for bird enthusiasts to distinguish between similar species of birds or to avoid confusion in scientific research.
