StatusNative
RarityCommon
Height36 cm
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"Eurasian Coots can compress their feathers to squeeze out air, allowing them to dive deeper and stay underwater longer."
Field Guide
Eurasian Coot
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The Eurasian Coot is a striking waterbird with a distinctive white bill and forehead shield that contrasts sharply with its dark body. This stocky bird is a common sight on Australian wetlands, where it can be seen diving for food or aggressively defending its territory.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Eurasian Coot has been recorded.
- Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens🔥 ActiveQueensland · 20 species · 23 sightings · seen 9 days ago
- Lake Wallace🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 1 species · seen 8 days ago
- Mill Dam Reserve🔥 ActiveTasmania · 1 species · seen 13 days ago
- Narrabundah Wetlands🔥 ActiveAustralian Capital Territory · 2 species · 3 sightings · seen 8 days ago
- Richmond Bridge Park🔥 ActiveTasmania · 10 species · seen 12 days ago
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