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Coot

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Description:

The coot is the larger cousin of the Moorhen with a distinctive white 'shield' above its bill. lives mainly on fresh water lakes, breeds and winters in the UK.
Quite noisy when defending its patch against other birds.

Habitat:

seen at Potteric Carr nature reserve owned by the Yorkshire wildlife trust

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PublishedMay 8, 2013

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