The ‘alae ke‘oke‘o or Hawaiian coot is a small waterbird (Family: Rallidae) endemic to Hawai‘i. Adult males and females have a black head, a slate gray body with white undertail feathers, …

The Hawaiian coot (Fulica alai), also known as the ʻalae keʻokeʻo in Hawaiian, is a bird in the rail family, Rallidae, that is endemic to Hawaiʻi. [2] . In Hawaiian, ʻalae is a noun and means mud …

Oct 1, 2021 · The ‘alae ke‘oke‘o or Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai) is sometimes referred to as the “Kickboxer”, referring to its habit of turning on its back and using its legs to attack other birds …

The ʻalae keʻokeʻo, or Hawaiian coot, are charming 14-inch water birds. Their black body and white beak and forehead stand out as they coast along the water. Occasionally, some will …

The Hawaiian coot (ʻalae kea in Hawaiian) is endemic to Hawaiʻi. In Hawaiian, ʻalae is a noun and means mud hen.

Other Names: ‘alae kea. The ʻalae keʻokeʻo, or Hawaiian coot (Fulica alai), is a native water bird endemic to Hawaiʻi. Their black body and white beak and forehead stand out as they coast …

'Alae kea (adult, with white shield), 'Alai awi (juvenile, with dark shield) native resident, endemic, endangered The Hawaiian Coot was given full species status by the AOU (1993) following

Aug 18, 2021 · The endemic ΄Alae ke΄oke΄o, or Hawaiian coot, lives in fresh and brackish wetlands throughout the Hawaiian Islands. They also favor kalo fields, water reservoirs, and …

‘Alae Ke’oke’o eat seeds and leaves of aquatic plants, tadpoles, insects and small fish. Their calls are a chicken-like “keck-keck” and other clucks and creaks. There were an estimated 1000 …

The Hawaiian coot, also known as the ‘alae kea’, is a unique waterbird found in the wetlands and marshes of Hawaii. These birds are known for their distinctive white