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Hawaiian Coot

Fulica alai

Near Threatened
Envergadura
34,9 cm
Peso
544,7 g
Família
Rallidae
Ordem
Gruiformes

Sobre

Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai) is a 33–40 cm endemic coot of Hawaii's freshwater wetlands. All-black with white frontal shield and bill; shield may show reddish spot. Inhabits marshes, ponds, and coastal lagoons on all main islands. Feeds on aquatic plants, algae, and invertebrates.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergadura 34,9 cm 13.7 in
Peso 544,7 g 19.21 oz

Habitat & Range

Estado de conservação

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Comportamento e reprodução

Nidificação

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 23-27 days.

Tamanho da postura

1-10

Taxonomia

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordem Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Família Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Fulica
Espécies Fulica alai

Distribution

Hawaiian Coot has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Presente Not recorded
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Perguntas frequentes

Is the Hawaiian Coot endangered?
The Hawaiian Coot has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Hawaiian Coot nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 23-27 days.
How big is the Hawaiian Coot?
The Hawaiian Coot has a wingspan of 34.9 cm, weight of 544.7 g.
What order and family does the Hawaiian Coot belong to?
The Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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