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SPECIES PROFILE
Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra)
Fulica
IUCN STATUS
Least Concern
CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern
CLASS
Aves
GEOGRAPHICAL RANGE
Europe, Asia, Africa
DIET
Omnivorous
HABITAT
Lakes, ponds, slow rivers
🔬 Classification
PHYLUM
Chordata
CLASS
Aves
ORDER
Gruiformes
FAMILY
Rallidae
GENUS
Fulica
📋 Description
SIZE
36-38 cm body length, wingspan 70-80 cm, 500-1000 g
COLORATION
Black, white frontal shield
ADAPTATIONS
Aggressive, lobed feet for swimming
🌿 Ecology
HABITAT
Lakes, ponds, slow rivers
DIET
Omnivorous
GEOGRAPHIC RANGE
Europe, Asia, Africa
REPRODUCTION
6-10 eggs, 1-2 broods per year
DIET DETAILS
Aquatic plants, insects
⚠️ Threats & Conservation
PRIMARY THREATS
Habitat loss
💡 Interesting Facts
1
The Eurasian Coot is a black waterbird with a distinctive white frontal shield. It is aggressive and often chases other birds.
2
It builds large floating nests and is common on ponds.
🔭 Sighting Guide
📍 BEST PLACES TO SIGHT
Norfolk Broads UK
London parks
🗓️ BEST TIME TO SIGHT
Year-round
🎯 SIGHTING TIPS
Look for black birds with white bill shield on ponds and lakes.
