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American Coot

Fulica americana

Least Concern

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American Coot (Fulica americana) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Gruiformes (Gruiformes)

Species

Fulica americana (American Coot)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカオオバン

Chinese 美洲瓣蹼雞

Spanish Gallareta americana

French Foulque d'Amérique

German Amerikanisches Blässhuhn

Portuguese galeirão-americano

Russian Американская лысуха

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Coot?

The scientific name of American Coot is Fulica americana. It belongs to the genus Fulica.

What is the conservation status of American Coot?

American Coot (Fulica americana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American Coot live?

American Coot is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does American Coot belong to?

American Coot (Fulica americana) belongs to the genus Fulica, which is part of the taxonomic family Rallidae.

Is American Coot endangered?

No, American Coot (Fulica americana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American Coot belong to?

American Coot (Fulica americana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of American Coot?

The closest relatives of American Coot in the genus Fulica include Caribbean Coot, Eurasian Coot, Giant Coot, Hawaiian Coot, Horned Coot.