Australian Eurasian Coot

Fulica atra australis

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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 in appearance.

References

  1. National risk scores for H5 bird flu for native birds and mammals — DCCEEW
  2. Fulica atra australis — Wikipedia