American Coot

Dark bird with a chicken-like white bill, white rear, long greenish legs and lobed toes.

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Common Name

American Coot

Comments

Feeds on the shore and in the water. Habitually pumps its head back and forth when swimming.

Scientific Name

Fulica americana

Habitat

Freshwater in the summer and fresh- and saltwater in winter.

Size

To 16 in. (40 cm)