American Coot

Fulica americana

Least Concern

The 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.

American Coot trading card from Birdey

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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