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Horned Coot
Fulica cornuta
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
58.2 cm
Weight
1863.5 g
Family
Rallidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Horned Coot (Fulica cornuta) is a 58–62 cm large Andean coot of the high-altitude salt lakes of Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina above 4,000 m. All-black with white bill and a distinctive large fleshy horn projecting from the frontal shield. Builds massive stone nest mounds in shallow lakes. Feeds on aquatic algae. Near Threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 58.2 cm | 22.9 in |
| Weight | 1863.5 g | 65.73 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Fulica |
| Species | Fulica cornuta |
Distribution
Horned Coot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Horned Coot endangered?
The Horned Coot has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Horned Coot nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Horned Coot?
The Horned Coot has a wingspan of 58.2 cm, weight of 1863.5 g.
What order and family does the Horned Coot belong to?
The Horned Coot (Fulica cornuta) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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