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Horned Coot
Fulica cornuta
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Near Threatened
翼展
58.2 cm
体重
1863.5 g
科
Rallidae
目
Gruiformes
关于
Horned Coot (Fulica cornuta) is a 58–62 cm large Andean coot of the high-altitude salt lakes of Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina above 4,000 m. All-black with white bill and a distinctive large fleshy horn projecting from the frontal shield. Builds massive stone nest mounds in shallow lakes. Feeds on aquatic algae. Near Threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼展 | 58.2 cm | 22.9 in |
| 体重 | 1863.5 g | 65.73 oz |
Habitat & Range
保护状况
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
行为与繁殖
筑巢
Nest type: PL.
产卵数
3-5
分类学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| 科 | Rallidae (Rails, Crakes & Coots) |
| Genus | Fulica |
| 物种 | Fulica cornuta |
Distribution
Horned Coot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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出现
Not recorded
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External Databases
常见问题
Is the Horned Coot endangered?
The Horned Coot has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Horned Coot nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Horned Coot?
The Horned Coot has a wingspan of 58.2 cm, weight of 1863.5 g.
What order and family does the Horned Coot belong to?
The Horned Coot (Fulica cornuta) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.
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