American Coot
Fulica americana
The American coot is a bird of the family Rallidae. Though commonly mistaken for ducks, American coots are only distantly related to ducks, belonging to a separate order.
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Community Sightings
Recent observations from the iNaturalist community
Jan 15, 2026
Denton, TX, US
bySophia Carbajal
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 15, 2026
Waterfront Park, Alexandria, VA, US
bylaned228
Research Grade
· 2 IDs
Jan 15, 2026
Osoyoos, BC V0H, Canada
bydougbrown
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 15, 2026
Orlando Wetlands, 25155 Wheeler Rd, Christmas, FL 32709, USA
byMarcooo:)
Research Grade
· 2 IDs