Rails & Coots in United Kingdom
4 species matching this filter.
Ranges from the Spotted Crake (19cm) to the Coot (42cm)3 year-round residents
Coot
Fulica atraLC
A common resident of lakes, reservoirs, and gravel pits across lowland Britain. Often forms large winter flocks on open water.
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Moorhen
Gallinula chloropusLC
A common year-round resident found on ponds, lakes, and canals across the UK. Often seen flicking its white-edged tail as it forages along waterway margins.
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Spotted Crake
Porzana porzanaLC
A rare and secretive passage migrant through marshes and reedbeds, mainly in autumn. Occasionally breeds in small numbers at wetland sites.
Apr–Oct
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Water Rail
Rallus aquaticusLC
A secretive resident of marshes and reedbeds, more often heard giving its pig-like squealing call than seen. Numbers increase in winter with Continental arrivals.
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