Ducklike birds are a type of waterfowl that are characterized by their webbed feet and flat bills. Two examples of ducklike birds are LOONS and coots. LOONS are large, long-necked birds with pointed bills and short legs. They are found in freshwater and coastal areas of the Northern Hemisphere. Coots are smaller than LOONS and have rounded bills and lobed toes. They are found in wetlands and shallow lakes throughout the world.