Coot Collection

Book of the Dead / 28
The coot, the lotus, and the god who lightens the darkness, illustrating transformations

Coot Fulica atra Titchwell RSPB Reserve Norfolk March

American coot bird lithograph 1890
Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania by B.H.Warren M.D. 1890

Fulica americana, American coot
Plate 239 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Coot water migratory bird
Coots are small water birds that are members of the Rallidae (rail) family. They constitute the genus Fulica. Coots have predominantly black plumage, often swimming in open water

Birds eggs, Dipper, Warbler, Thrush, Spoonbill, Ptarmigan, Falcon, Curlew, Crow
Vintage engraving of Birds eggs, Dipper, Garden Warbler, Missel Thrush, Spoonbill, Ptarmigan, Peregrine Falcon, Curlew, Hooded Crow, Coot

Eurasian coot (Fulica atra) males fighting over territory. London, England, UK. December.;

Hms Montrose Tracks Russian Warship in International Waters
Image of a Russian Ilyushin Il-20 Coot aircraft. The Russian military have been monitoring BALTOPS 14 from a distance using their Coot aircraft as eyes-in-the-sky

The coot (colour litho)
6011833 The coot (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coot. Illustration for Through the Wood, A Picture Book, illustrated by John Hassall)

Coot and reflection Fulica, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Florida

Coots (Fulica Atra) fighting in early morning light. Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, The Netherlands, Europe. April

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Coot - parent feeding chick on lake, Island of Texel, The Netherlands Date: 11-Feb-19

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Coot - parents with chicks feeding on lake, Island of Texel, The Netherlands Date: 11-Feb-19

Coots (Fulica Atra) fighting in early morning light. Valkenhorst nature reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands. April

Nests of various types of animals (litho)
6013690 Nests of various types of animals (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nests of various types of animals)

Moss Animal, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999221 Moss Animal, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Coot (colour litho)
6023537 Coot (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coot. Illustration for Book of Natural History by F O Morris (Groombridge, 1856).); © Look and Learn

Coot
LLM339471 Coot by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coot. Familiar Wild Birds by W Swaysland (Cassell, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Red-knobbed coot or crested coot, Fulica cristata. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1824

Gannet, coot, seaweed and wasp
Northern gannet, Morus bassanus 4, red-fronted coot, Fulica rufifrons 5, Flustra foliacea seaweed 1, 2, and Gasteruption wasp 3. Flustre, foene, fou, foulque

Different kinds of waterbirds (coloured engraving)
997576 Different kinds of waterbirds (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Colony of waterfowl on the River Tisza in Hungary (coloured engraving)
3630149 Colony of waterfowl on the River Tisza in Hungary (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colony of waterfowl on the River Tisza in Hungary)

Coot, moorhen, crakes and rails, c. 1915 (w / c & bodycolour over pencil on board)
3473553 Coot, moorhen, crakes and rails, c.1915 (w/c & bodycolour over pencil on board) by Thorburn, Archibald (1860-1935); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Eggs
LLM339486 Eggs by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eggs. Familiar Wild Birds by W Swaysland (Cassell, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Europe (coloured engraving)
3630158 Europe (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Europe. Illustration from Die Welt in Bildern (Braun & Schneider, Munich)

Eurasian coot, Fulica atra
6337071 Eurasian coot, Fulica atra by Seve, Jacques de (fl.1788-1816); (add.info.: Eurasian coot, Fulica atra. Coot, la Foulque)

March of the coots
The winter at the start of 2010 was one of the first strong ones in years again in The Netherlands. The lake in the local park in Eindhoven where I live was almost completely frozen

Big Bird (Coot)
Piotr Fras

Cute coot
Bartagnan

Coot (Fulica atra) two fighting in a territorial dispute during the breeding season on a misty morning. Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, The Netherlands, May

American Coot, from the Game Birds series (N40) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888-90

Slad, Gloucstershire - pond
A still pond at Slad, Gloucestershire. Sunbeams shine through the early morning mist and coots paddle on the surface Date: 1989

Spotted Crake
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Little crake
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Common coot birds from Great Britain 1897
Birds from Great Britain 1897 by R. Bowdler Sharpe, London

Coot, (Fulica), c1850, (1856). From Bible Natural History: containing a Description of Quadrupeds, Birds, Trees, Plants, Insects, Etc, Mentioned in the Holy Scriptures

Coot - Fu lica at ra, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Coot - Fu lica at ra, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R. Chambers, Limited, London & Edinburgh, 1910]

Picture No. 12009536
Coot - bathing bird - Germany Date:

Coot underneath a moored boat on the Thames at Oxford

Common Coot (Fulica atra) swimming in water, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland, Balgzandpolder

Coot Fulica atra carrying nest material Titchwell RSPB Reserve Norfolk March

American Coot in morninglight California USA, Fulica americana

Eurasian Coot in diving, Fulica atra

Common Coots (Fulica atra) walking on ice covered with a layer of snow, Park Ekkerswijer, Eindhoven, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands - Highly Commended in the Nature in Black

Common Coot (Fulica atra) swimming amidst fallen beech leaves, Amsterdamse Bos, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands - Honorable Mention in the Birds category of the Groene Camera 2022 photo

Coot (Fulica atra) swimming towards the viewer across the pattern formed by reflections of trees on the lake surface, Stover Country Park, Devon, England

In Februari till the beginning of March Common Coot (Fulica atra) are having a territory fights. Sometimes even till they bleed, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland, Robbenoordbos

Eurasian coot (Fulica atra) males fighting over territory. London, England, UK. December.;

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"Coot: A Fascinating Waterbird with a Rich History and Beautiful Varieties" The coot, also known as Fulica atra or American coot, is an intriguing waterbird that has captured the attention of bird enthusiasts worldwide. With its distinctive appearance and interesting behaviors, this species never fails to impress. In ancient Egyptian mythology, the coot held great significance as it was believed to be associated with death and the afterlife. References to this bird can even be found in the Book of the Dead, emphasizing its cultural importance throughout history. One captivating aspect of the coot is its wide distribution across different regions. From Titchwell RSPB Reserve in Norfolk, England to Saintes Maries de la Mer in Camargue, France, these birds have made their homes in diverse habitats around the world. Their migratory nature allows them to travel long distances during certain times of the year. Dating back to 1890s lithographs showcasing American coots highlight their intricate plumage and unique features. These illustrations serve as a testament to how long humans have been fascinated by these creatures, and are not only visually striking but also exhibit fascinating behaviors. Males often engage in territorial disputes over breeding grounds during winter months like December when Eurasian coots fight for dominance in London's parks or April when Valkenhorst Nature Reserve witnesses early morning battles between Coots (Fulica Atra) fighting for supremacy. Furthermore, these birds are known for their ability to adapt and survive harsh conditions. Whether it's Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge in Florida or The Netherlands' Valkenhorst Nature Reserve - they find ways to thrive amidst changing environments. While some may overlook them due to their common presence near bodies of water such as lakes or ponds.