Bird
Eurasian Coot
Fulica atraAlso known as Common Coot
Eurasian Coots are dark slate waterbirds with bright white bills and matching forehead shields. Their large feet have lobed toes rather than webs, supporting both swimming and awkward walking over wet vegetation.
waterbirdlobed toeswetland
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preyAquatic insects, snails, worms
Predators
- large gulls
- eagles
- foxes
ThreatsWetland loss, fishing-line entanglement, polluted water, disease, and nest disturbance
HabitatsLakes, ponds, reservoirs, marshes, slow rivers, canals, and sheltered coasts
Life spanOften five to ten years, with some ringed birds living longer
Classification
- OrderGruiformes
- FamilyRallidae
- GenusFulica
- SpeciesFulica atra
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Keep away from floating nests and territorial birds defending chicks.
Responsible observation
- Identify: Look for a dark body, white facial shield, and large greenish lobed feet.
- Watch: Observe from shore without feeding birds or entering nesting vegetation.
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