American Coot
Fulica americana
Rail family, Rallidae
Black body, short white bill.
Habitat:
Shallow water ponds
In the Nature Park:
Sometimes seen on Quarry Pond during winter and migration
Photos:
American Coot
![American Coot](https://www.depauw.edu/files/naturepark/birds/thumb_american-coot.jpg)
Fulica americana
Rail family, Rallidae
Black body, short white bill.
Habitat:
Shallow water ponds
In the Nature Park:
Sometimes seen on Quarry Pond during winter and migration
Photos:
American Coot