Based on 2,501 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Nevada, American Coot is most often recorded in December; in Nevada it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #4 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Fulica americana
American Coot in Nevada by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Nevada in December
White-crowned Sparrow
Great-tailed Grackle
Mallard
Canada Goose
Northern Mockingbird
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Shoveler
Phainopepla
Places to look in Nevada
State ParkValley of Fire State Park
National ForestInyo National Forest
State ParkWard Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
State ParkWashoe Lake State Park
State ParkBerlin–Ichthyosaur State Park
National ForestHumboldt–Toiyabe National Forest
FAQ
When does American Coot appear in Nevada?
Mainly November–October, with the most records in December.
How common is American Coot in Nevada?
It ranks #4 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Nevada (2,501 records in our sample).