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Eurasian Coot

Fulica atra

Least Concern
Envergadura
39,6 cm
Peso
722,8333333333334 g
Família
Rallidae
Ordem
Gruiformes

Sobre

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
Envergadura 39,6 cm 15.6 in
Peso 722,8333333333334 g 25.50 oz

Habitat & Range

Estado de conservação

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportamento e reprodução

Nidificação

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

Tamanho da postura

6-10

Taxonomia

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

Distribution

Eurasian Coot has been recorded in 5 countries.

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Presente Not recorded
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Perguntas frequentes

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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