Coot

Fulica atra

Coots are omnivorous birds that primarily consume plant material. They favour shallow, vegetated lakes for foraging. To find small invertebrates, they dive underwater and typically resurface with their catch before eating. This behaviour can occasionally result in conflicts with other coots over food. Cootlings are cared for by both parents and leave the nest after 3 or 4 days. They become fully independent around 8 weeks of age. A group of coots is referred to as a "cover" or "covert."

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