Red-knobbed Coot

Description:

The Red-knobbed Coot is largely black except for the white facial shield. It is 38–45 cm (15–18 in) long, spans 75–85 cm (30–33 in) across the wings and weighs 585–1,085 g (1.29–2.39 lb).As a swimming species, it has partial webbing on its long strong toes.

Habitat:

It is a resident breeder across much of Africa and in southernmost Spain on freshwater lakes and ponds.