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American Coot

Scientific Name: Fulica americana Family: Rallidae Order: Gruiformes
Size: 13-16 inches Range: Throughout U.S. Habitat: "Lakes, parks, marshes"

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Photo 1 of 5.   Location: Lake Merrit.   Date: 2004-11-21


Photo 2 of 5.   Location: Coyote Hills.   Date: 2004-02-15


Photo 3 of 5.   Location: Fremont Baylands.   Date: 2012-01-04


Photo 4 of 5.   Location: Coyote Hills.   Date: 2004-02-15


Photo 5 of 5.   Location: Coyote Hills.   Date: 2004-02-15

Look at those crazy feet!