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Giant Coot

Fulica gigantea

Least Concern
翼展
53.6 cm
体重
2324.0 g
Rallidae
Gruiformes

The Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea) is a bird species in the family Rallidae (rails, crakes & coots), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 53.6 cm and a weight of 2.3 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea) is a 60–65 cm massive coot of Andean high-altitude lakes in Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. All-black plumage with red and yellow frontal shield. Largely flightless; relies on water for escape. Builds enormous floating nests. Feeds mainly on aquatic vegetation.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 53.6 cm 21.1 in
体重 2324.0 g 81.98 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP.

产卵数

3-7

分类学

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

Distribution

Giant Coot has been recorded in 1 countries.

出现 Not recorded

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常见问题

Is the Giant Coot endangered?
The Giant Coot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Giant Coot nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Giant Coot?
The Giant Coot has a wingspan of 53.6 cm, weight of 2324.0 g.
What order and family does the Giant Coot belong to?
The Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Rallidae.

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