Andean Coot

Andean Coot

Fulica ardesiaca

Least Concern
翼展
43.6 cm
体重
1000.0 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes
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Andean Coot (Fulica ardesiaca) is a 38–43 cm coot of Andean high-altitude wetlands in Peru, Bolivia, and northern Chile, typically above 3,000 m. Dark slaty-grey with white bill and frontal shield, often with yellow-orange shield in breeding season. Inhabits puna lakes and bofedales. Feeds on aquatic plants.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 43.6 cm 17.2 in
体重 1000.0 g 35.27 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

产卵数

4-5

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots)
Genus Fulica
物种 Fulica ardesiaca

Distribution

Andean Coot has been recorded in 3 countries.

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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

Is the Andean Coot endangered?
The Andean Coot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Andean Coot?
The Andean Coot has a wingspan of 43.6 cm, weight of 1000.0 g.
What order and family does the Andean Coot belong to?
The Andean Coot (Fulica ardesiaca) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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