Eurasian Coot
Fulica atra
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<birdfyi-bird slug="fulica-atra"></birdfyi-bird>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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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 39,6 cm | 15.6 in |
| Масса | 722,8333333333334 g | 25.50 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 21-26 days. Fledging: 55-60 days.
Размер кладки
6-10
Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Семейство | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Fulica |
| Виды | Fulica atra |
Distribution
Eurasian Coot has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Other species in the Rallidae family