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Red-fronted Coot
Fulica rufifrons
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Least Concern
Envergure
33,8 cm
Poids
675,0 g
Famille
Rallidae
Ordre
Gruiformes
À propos
Red-fronted Coot (Fulica rufifrons) is a 36–42 cm coot of South America's Andean and southern marshes, from Argentina and Chile north to Bolivia. All-black plumage with a conspicuous bright red frontal shield and white bill. Inhabits large open freshwater lakes with reed margins. Feeds on aquatic vegetation by diving and dabbling. Locally common.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 33,8 cm | 13.3 in |
| Poids | 675,0 g | 23.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2-9
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Famille | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Fulica |
| Espèces | Fulica rufifrons |
Distribution
Red-fronted Coot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Red-fronted Coot endangered?
The Red-fronted Coot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Red-fronted Coot?
The Red-fronted Coot has a wingspan of 33.8 cm, weight of 675.0 g.
What order and family does the Red-fronted Coot belong to?
The Red-fronted Coot (Fulica rufifrons) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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