White-winged Coot
Fulica leucoptera
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<birdfyi-bird slug="fulica-leucoptera"></birdfyi-bird>The White-winged Coot (Fulica leucoptera) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 36.4 cm and a weight of 706.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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White-winged Coot (Fulica leucoptera) is a 36–42 cm South American coot found in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and southern Brazil. Dark slaty plumage with yellow frontal shield and yellow bill; conspicuous white wing patches visible in flight. Inhabits freshwater marshes, lakes, and slow rivers with emergent vegetation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 36,4 cm | 14.3 in |
| الوزن | 706,75 g | 24.93 oz |
Habitat & Range
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التعشيش
Nest type: PL.
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التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| الفصيلة | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Fulica |
| الأنواع | Fulica leucoptera |
Distribution
White-winged Coot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Rallidae family