Habitat:

• Freshwater wetlands, lakes and ponds.
• Eats small aquatic animals (fish or tadpoles), insects and vegetation.

Notes:

• Looks similar to a duck, but bill is different
• Has “lobed” toes instead of webbed feet.
• Eyes are red
• Males and females have same coloring.
• Builds a platform nest at the edge of water, usually with a ramp leading to the water.
• Makes a variety of calls, including clucking, cackling, and frog-like croaking.
• Similar to gallinules, but are slightly larger and have a white bill.

Be sure to check local regulations for hunting or trapping information on this species.