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Where to see Red knobbed Coot in South Africa
About the Red knobbed Coot
The red-knobbed coot is a large waterbird associated with freshwater lakes, dams, rivers and wetlands across parts of Africa. It is mostly black with a distinctive white frontal shield and red facial knobs above the bill. It feeds primarily on aquatic vegetation, supplemented by invertebrates and other small aquatic prey. It is a strong swimmer and is often seen in groups on open water, where it can become territorial during breeding.
How to identify the Red knobbed Coot
Large dark waterbird with a distinctive red frontal shield and red knob above the bill, black plumage, white undertail and strong grey legs with lobed toes.
Did you know?
The Red-knobbed Coot has unusually large lobed toes rather than fully webbed feet, allowing it to swim efficiently while also walking across muddy vegetation.
Also known as: Rooiknobbelmeerkoet, Coot
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