American Coot
Fulica americana
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This bug has been reportedly found in the following regions:
Vincent, Alabama
Logan Lake, British Columbia
Augusta, Georgia
Mchenry, Illinois
Coatesville, Indiana
Yale, Iowa
Houston, Texas
Walkerton, Virginia
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Chillybean
(Zone 5a) |
February 2015 |
Positive
I get a kick out of their feet! They are a water bird, but the feet are not webbed like ducks. They have individual toes, but with flaps on them. It is fun watching them run on the water before take-off.
The American Coot can be seen year round in Iowa, but only if there is open water in the winter.
The American Coot can be seen year round in Iowa, but only if there is open water in the winter.