Eared Grebe
Eared Grebe
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1 week ago
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Lisa Duggan
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The Black-necked Grebe (also known as Eared Grebe) is a distinctive medium-sized grebe with a slender neck, black head and neck, and prominent golden fan-shaped ear tufts during breeding season.
Where to spot
Widespread across temperate and subarctic regions of Eurasia, Africa, and North America. Breeds on freshwater lakes, ponds, and marshes with abundant open water and emergent vegetation. Winters on large freshwater or brackish lakes and coastal waters.
How to spot
In breeding plumage, look for the black head and neck, slender body, and the distinctive fan-shaped golden plumes extending from behind the eye. In winter, they are plainer, mostly black and white with a smudgy appearance on the cheeks. Look for its frequent diving and tendency to swim low in the water. Listen for its high-pitched, whinnying calls.
When to spot
Most easily observed during the breeding season (spring to summer) when their striking plumage is visible and they are often in colonies. Also present on wintering grounds, though less colorful.
Where to spot
Widespread across temperate and subarctic regions of Eurasia, Africa, and North America. Breeds on freshwater lakes, ponds, and marshes with abundant open water and emergent vegetation. Winters on large freshwater or brackish lakes and coastal waters.
How to spot
In breeding plumage, look for the black head and neck, slender body, and the distinctive fan-shaped golden plumes extending from behind the eye. In winter, they are plainer, mostly black and white with a smudgy appearance on the cheeks. Look for its frequent diving and tendency to swim low in the water. Listen for its high-pitched, whinnying calls.
When to spot
Most easily observed during the breeding season (spring to summer) when their striking plumage is visible and they are often in colonies. Also present on wintering grounds, though less colorful.
Credits:
Frank.Vassen
Credits:
Frank.Vassen
Credits:
Frank.Vassen
Credits:
Vlaskop
Black-necked Grebes often breed in large, dense colonies, sometimes numbering thousands of pairs, particularly in areas with abundant food, and are capable of forming temporary 'crêches' where adults jointly care for groups of chicks.
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