The American coot (Fulica americana), also known as a mud hen or pouldeau, is a bird of the family Rallidae. Though commonly mistaken for ducks, American coots are only distantly …

Look for American Coots at ponds in city parks, in marshes, reservoirs, along the edges of lakes, and in roadside ditches, sewage treatment ponds, and saltwater inlets or saltmarshes. The …

Coots are tough, adaptable waterbirds. Although they are related to the secretive rails, they swim in the open like ducks and walk about on shore, making themselves at home on golf courses …

A familiar black bird of our lakes, ponds and rivers, the coot is widespread; look out for its large and untidy-looking nest on the water in spring. The coot can be distinguished from the similar …

Feb 22, 2023 · The American Coot is an odd, dark, duck-like bird that breeds in lakes, ponds, freshwater marshes, and other wetlands from the Great Lakes region to central and western …

May 5, 2021 · However, the American Coot feet are a bright yellow-green on the bottom. Unlike ducks with webbed feet, the American Coot has lobed feet. These vibrant feet are a great …

The American Coot inhabits a wide variety of freshwater wetlands from prairie potholes to swamps and marshes to suburban park and sewage ponds. When and where do they breed …

Feb 8, 2024 · American Coots, also known as marsh hens or mud hens, are omnivorous waterbirds that are commonly found in freshwater wetlands across North America. Their diet …

Mar 21, 2025 · The American Coot ( Fulica americana) is a common sight on many bodies of water, from park ponds to sprawling wetlands, and their behavior is as interesting as their …

Jan 19, 2007 · Coots feed on aquatic plants, like duckweed and grasses, and animals such as snails and larvae brought up from the bottom of the pond or river. The nest is built in shallow …