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Coot cuddles

Nov 11

Posted by Sarah Maddox

Coots always look so calm and cute. Here are two of them having a Coot cuddle.

And a Coot conversation:

Common name: Eurasian Coot
Scientific name: Fulica atra
Approximate length: 35 cm
Date spotted: 7 November 2024 (spring)
Location: Manly Dam Reserve, New South Wales, Australia: 33°46’35.4″S 151°14’49.5″E

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