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American Coot

Fulica americana

Description:

American Coot: Medium-sized, chicken-like swimming bird, dark gray to black overall, short, white bill and undertail coverts. Toes are lobed, not webbed. Upper edge of frontal shield is red, but usually only visible at close range. Swift direct flight with rapid wing beats, feet protrude past tail.

Habitat:

Freshwater Marsh

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Joseph R. Godreau
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Joseph R. Godreau

Michigan, USA

Spotted on Mar 27, 2017
Submitted on Apr 12, 2017

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