EURASIAN COOT BIRDS
These birds really amazed me. They stay together in larger group and I was happy to see them grazing on the glassland near the lake at the park of African Museum, Brussels.
Eurasian Coots, or (Fulica atra), are common water-dwelling birds found in Europe, they are often found in similar places as Moorhens. Eurasian Coots measure 36-39 cm in length, 70-80 cm in wingspan, and 300-1200 g in weight. Adults have a jet black back, wings, neck, underparts, head and tail.
The Eurasian coot is much less secretive than most of the rail family, and can be seen swimming on open water or walking across waterside grasslands. It is an aggressive species, and strongly territorial during the breeding season, and both parents are involved in territorial defence. During the non-breeding season they may form large flocks, possibly related to predator avoidance.
The Eurasian coot (Fulica atra), also known as the common coot, or Australian coot, is a member of the rail and crake bird family, the Rallidae. It is found in Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand and parts of North Africa. It has a slaty-black body, a glossy black head and a white bill with a white frontal shield. The sexes are similar.
If you happend to visit this park I hope you enjoyed watching them more than I did.
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