Least Concern.

43 centimeter.

Non-migratory.

Non-migratory.

Mostly June to September.

Resident in India.

Floating or emergent vegetation in marshes, wetlands, or paddy fields.

The Gray-headed Swamphen is an omnivore that feeds on aquatic plants, grasses, grains, insects, snails, small fish, and occasionally frogs or bird eggs. It forages in wetlands and nearby fields, using its strong bill and toes to grasp and eat a wide variety of plant and animal matter.