American Coot
Fulica americana
Least ConcernThe American Coot is a dark, duck-like waterbird with a white bill and lobed toes rather than webbed feet. It is often seen in large flocks and patters across the water to take flight.
Males and females of this species look mostly alike.
Quick facts
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
- Habitat
- Wetlands
- Region
- North America
- Scientific name
- Fulica americana
- Card variants in the game
- 2
Real rarity, real conservation
This species is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Its population is widespread and currently not considered threatened.
Rarity in Birdey follows the IUCN Red List, the real-world conservation status of each species. The more threatened a bird is in the wild, the rarer its card is in the game.
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