Hunting swamp chickens, or gallinule, in the brackish waters of South Louisiana’s marshes is an experience anyone can enjoy. These hardy birds, also known as moorhens, are small and quick, darting through the grasses with remarkable agility. A successful hunt requires patience and skill, as the hunters navigate through the labyrinth of wetland trails, relying on both their knowledge of the terrain and the subtle sounds that betray the birds’ movements. The marshes, with their unpredictable weather and shifting tides, offer both challenge and reward, making the pursuit of swamp chickens a quintessential part of life in South Louisiana’s bayou country.
You can view more hunting and fishing videos on Jared Serigné’s YouTube channel, Outside the Levees.
