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Eurasian Coot

Fulica atra

Least Concern
طول الجناح
39,6 cm
الوزن
722,8333333333334 g
الفصيلة
Rallidae
الرتبة
Gruiformes

حول

Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) is a 36–42 cm abundant, all-black waterbird of Eurasia, Australia, and North Africa. Distinctive white frontal shield and bill stand out against slaty-black plumage. Inhabits freshwater lakes, reservoirs, and large ponds. Aggressive; chases rivals with wing-beating. Feeds on aquatic vegetation, invertebrates, and algae.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
طول الجناح 39,6 cm 15.6 in
الوزن 722,8333333333334 g 25.50 oz

Habitat & Range

حالة الحفاظ

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

السلوك والتكاثر

التعشيش

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 21-26 days. Fledging: 55-60 days.

عدد البيض في الوضع

6-10

التصنيف

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
الرتبة Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
الفصيلة Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Fulica
الأنواع Fulica atra

Distribution

Eurasian Coot has been recorded in 5 countries.

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موجود Not recorded
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External Databases

الأسئلة الشائعة

Is the Eurasian Coot endangered?
The Eurasian Coot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Eurasian Coot nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 21-26 days. Fledging: 55-60 days.
How big is the Eurasian Coot?
The Eurasian Coot has a wingspan of 39.6 cm, weight of 722.8333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Eurasian Coot belong to?
The Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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