mudhens

Mudhens is the plural of mudhen, a common name for the American coot, a dark waterbird with a distinctive white bill that frequents marshes and muddy shorelines.

The name reflects the bird's chicken-like appearance and habitat preference.

Mudhens also serves as a sports team name, most notably for the Toledo Mud Hens, a minor league baseball team whose name has appeared in popular culture, including the television series M*A*S*H.