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Hawaiian Coot

Fulica alai

Vulnerable
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハワイオオバン
Chinese 夏威夷瓣蹼雞
Spanish Focha hawaiana
French Foulque des Hawaï
German Hawaiiblässhuhn
Portuguese carqueja-havaiana
Russian Гавайская лысуха

Similar Species in Fulica

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American Coot
Fulica americana
Least Concern
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Caribbean Coot
Fulica caribaea
Near Threatened
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Eurasian Coot
Fulica atra
Vulnerable
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Giant Coot
Fulica gigantea
Least Concern
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Horned Coot
Fulica cornuta
Near Threatened
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Mascarene Coot
Fulica newtonii
Extinct
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Red-fronted Coot
Fulica rufifrons
Least Concern
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Red-gartered Coot
Fulica armillata
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hawaiian Coot?
The scientific name of Hawaiian Coot is Fulica alai. It belongs to the genus Fulica.
What is the conservation status of Hawaiian Coot?
Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Hawaiian Coot live?
Hawaiian Coot is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Hawaiian Coot belong to?
Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai) belongs to the genus Fulica, which is part of the taxonomic family Rallidae.
Is Hawaiian Coot endangered?
Yes, Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Hawaiian Coot belong to?
Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Hawaiian Coot?
The closest relatives of Hawaiian Coot in the genus Fulica include American Coot, Caribbean Coot, Eurasian Coot, Giant Coot, Horned Coot.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Fulica — 12 Species

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American Coot
Fulica americana
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Caribbean Coot
Fulica caribaea
NT 🐾
Eurasian Coot
Fulica atra
VU 🐾
Giant Coot
Fulica gigantea
LC
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Hawaiian Coot
Fulica alai
VU
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Horned Coot
Fulica cornuta
NT 🐾
Mascarene Coot
Fulica newtonii
EX 🐾
Red-fronted Coot
Fulica rufifrons
LC 🐾
Red-gartered Coot
Fulica armillata
LC 🐾
Red-knobbed Coot
Fulica cristata
LC 🐾
Slate-colored Coot
Fulica ardesiaca
LC 🐾
White-winged Coot
Fulica leucoptera
LC
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