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American Coot
Fulica americana
32.1577, -81.1115
Field Notes
Description:
Medium-sized, chicken-like swimming bird, dark gray to black overall, short, white bill and undertail coverts. Toes are lobed, not webbed. Upper edge of frontal shield is red, but usually only visible at close range. Swift direct flight with rapid wing beats, feet protrude past tail.
Habitat:
Wetlands
Notes:
Two adults at Savannah NWR near Hardeeville, SC.
Reference Links:
American Coot - Whatbird.com
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 29, 2011
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