Purple Gallinule

This marshland bird is found in marshes along the Gulf Cost of Texas as well as Florida and parts of Louisiana. I had to search a few areas before finding one, after which point I found several more, including chicks. They are fairly difficult to photograph in a respectable pose, I found. They are usually quick to move into reeds or they fly to locations with obstructed views or they are too distant--you know...the usual birding challenges.

Done