Birds of Ireland: Coot

An adult coot has a conspicuous white beak and forehead shield; black plumage; dark red eye; and large, lobed green-grey feet
Birds of Ireland: Coot

Coots reflected on frozen water at the Lough, Cork. Picture: Denis Minihane

Coot | Cearc cheannann | Fulica atra

A coot is about 36-40cm long with a wingspan of 70-80cm. They are a common breeding species found here all year round β€” typically on wetlands.

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