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American Coot or Mud hen

Fulca americana

Description:

Very dark gray to black in color white bill. This bird has lobed feet which helps it run across the water before developing enough speed to fly.

Habitat:

ponds and marshes

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Desmond.E.S.O
Desmond.E.S.O 9 years ago

I Think You Meant To Say Mud Hen, Instead Of Muden.

TamLar
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TamLar

Illinois, USA

Spotted on Mar 18, 2015
Submitted on Mar 27, 2015

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