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American Coot

Fulica americana

Photo by GregMayberry
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This waterfowl has a gray body with a darker head and neck region. The tip of the short, white, thick bill has a dark ring around it. Females weigh between 1 and 1 1/2 pounds, while males can approach 2 pounds.

Habitat:

The American Coot is found in wetlands and open water bodies.

Notes:

Coots are frequently found in large social groups called "rafts".

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