1. The pond was full of coots paddling around in search of food.
2. My grandmother always referred to the old man down the street as a grumpy old coot.
3. The coot's distinctive red eyes and white bill make it easy to spot among other waterfowl.
4. The children laughed as they watched the coot clumsily waddle along the shore.
5. The coot let out a loud, raucous call as it defended its territory from other birds.
6. Despite its awkward appearance, the coot is a skilled swimmer and diver.
7. The coot built its nest among the reeds at the edge of the pond.
8. The coot's diet consists mainly of aquatic plants, insects, and small fish.
9. The coot's feet are uniquely adapted for walking on land and swimming in the water.
10. We spotted a family of coots with their fluffy chicks following closely behind.