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Eurasian Coot

Fulica atra

Least Concern
Envergure
39,6 cm
Poids
722,8333333333334 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes

The Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.6 cm and a weight of 722.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

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
Envergure 39,6 cm 15.6 in
Poids 722,8333333333334 g 25.50 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

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

Taille de la couvée

6-10

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Famille Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Fulica
Espèces Fulica atra

Distribution

Eurasian Coot has been recorded in 5 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

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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