There are currently 10 living coot species and though they're often confused with ducks, these waterfowl are not ducks! Coots are more closely related to cranes than ducks! Learn more coot facts on today's episode of Animal Fact Files!
Scientific Name: Genus - Fulica
Range: all continents except Antarctica
Habitat: rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, marshes, coastlines, etc.
Size: average about 1 pound (0.5kg) in weight; 2 foot (61cm) wingspan
Diet: fish, tadpoles, clams, aquatic vegetation, and more
Threats: Osprey, eagles, skunks, foxes, turtles, and more
Lifespan: 5-10 years on average
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What is a Coot? 0:00
Coot APPEARANCE 0:14
Coot RANGE and HABITAT 0:46
Coot SIZE 1:09
Coot DIET 1:21
Coot CALLS 1:39
Coot LIFE CYCLE 2:04
Coot FLOCK 2:49
Coot THREATS 3:01
Thanks / Outro 3:16
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