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Eurasian Coot

Fulica atra

Vulnerable

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Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Gruiformes (Gruiformes)

Species

Fulica atra (Eurasian Coot)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオバン

Chinese 白冠雞〔白冠瓣蹼雞，白骨頂〕

Spanish Focha común

French foulque macroule

German Blässhuhn

Portuguese galeirão

Russian Лысуха

Arabic الغر, الغراء, دجاجة ماء

Thai นกคู้ต

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eurasian Coot?

The scientific name of Eurasian Coot is Fulica atra. It belongs to the genus Fulica.

What is the conservation status of Eurasian Coot?

Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eurasian Coot live?

Eurasian Coot is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Eurasian Coot belong to?

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

Is Eurasian Coot endangered?

Yes, Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Eurasian Coot belong to?

Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Eurasian Coot?

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