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Group Name:

Aves=Birds

Habitat:

Ponds, lakes, marshes.

Traits:

1. Only slate-grey duck-like bird with a white bill.

2. May dive for seeds, aquatic critters.

3. Has lobes (wide, flat areas) on each toe. Feet not webbed like ducks.

4. Babies may ride on back of momma coot.

5. Their meat generally tastes muddy.

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