Birds of Kentucky: American Coot
2026-03-19 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen
This shy bird kept a few strategic reeds between himself and the camera at all times. All About Birds says that while American Coots can often be found swimming with ducks, "they're closer relatives of the gangly Sandhill Crane and the nearly invisible rails than of Mallards or teal." Comments | Permalink
2026-03-19 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen
This shy bird kept a few strategic reeds between himself and the camera at all times. All About Birds says that while American Coots can often be found swimming with ducks, "they're closer relatives of the gangly Sandhill Crane and the nearly invisible rails than of Mallards or teal." Comments | Permalink