American Coots Foraging in Flooded Rice Field Wetlands
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 11:08:59 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands
Two dark-plumaged American Coots wade through a flooded agricultural field dotted with rice stubble. The birds are photographed in their natural foraging behavior, navigating through shallow water amid the remnants of harvested crops. In the background, tall reeds and grasses mark the transition to deeper wetland habitat. The scene captures the unique ecosystem of the Yolo Bypass, where seasonal flooding creates important habitat for migratory and resident waterbirds.
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