Coot Foraging in Wetland Stubble at Yolo Bypass

Coot Foraging in Wetland Stubble at Yolo Bypass

Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 11:09:07 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands

This wildlife photograph captures a dark-plumaged waterbird, likely an American Coot, foraging in a flooded wetland area. The bird stands among dense stubble from harvested crops, with shallow water visible in the background transitioning from greenish algae-covered areas to deeper blue water. The setting shows the intersection of agricultural land and wetland habitat, characteristic of managed wetland systems. The bird appears to be actively feeding in the early morning or evening light.

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