Mud Hens (American Coot) on a log in Lake Terrill. The lily pads have already lost their leaves and flowers.
The Mud Hen is a distant relative of ducks and they don't have webbed feet. Their feet are shaped like chicken feet, but they can swim well.
I'd never seen them gathering on a log before - usually they are swimming about.
A few swam - the rest were taking their leisure on the log.
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ReplyDeleteGreat shots of the Coots. I have not seen any lately. Last time I saw a lot of them I was in Florida. Enjoy your day, have a great new week!
I've never seen so many coots together like that. There is a single pair that sometimes nests in the bog nearby, along with lots of mallards and Canada Geese. Speaking of birds, that's an amazing photo on your banner.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I've ever seen or heard of these fine feathered friends. It's interesting that they can swim so well.
ReplyDeleteI know nothing about mud hens, but I love the composition of these photos!
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