mudhens
/ˈmʌdˌhɛnz/
noun
- Plural form of mudhen; multiple water birds of the species commonly called coots.
- Mudhens are often seen swimming together in large groups during migration.
- The wetland reserve is home to hundreds of mudhens and other waterfowl.
- A flock of mudhens gathered near the shore, pecking at the muddy ground.