Titicaca Grebe
Titicaca Grebe
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The Titicaca Grebe is a flightless species of grebe endemic to Lake Titicaca and a few surrounding lakes in the Andes. Its inability to fly makes it highly vulnerable to environmental changes. This medium-sized grebe has a dark body, chestnut neck, and a pale eye.
Where to spot
Endemic to Lake Titicaca (Peru and Bolivia) and a few smaller adjacent lakes. Strictly confined to these high-altitude freshwater environments.
How to spot
Identify by its dark upperparts, chestnut neck and flanks, and pale yellow eye. Its flightlessness is a key feature if observed closely. Look for it diving for fish in the shallow waters near reedbeds. Use a spotting scope to view from a distance, as they can be shy.
When to spot
Resident year-round on Lake Titicaca. Breeding occurs during the austral summer (November-March). Best observed during daylight hours from boat tours or viewpoints along the lake shore.
Where to spot
Endemic to Lake Titicaca (Peru and Bolivia) and a few smaller adjacent lakes. Strictly confined to these high-altitude freshwater environments.
How to spot
Identify by its dark upperparts, chestnut neck and flanks, and pale yellow eye. Its flightlessness is a key feature if observed closely. Look for it diving for fish in the shallow waters near reedbeds. Use a spotting scope to view from a distance, as they can be shy.
When to spot
Resident year-round on Lake Titicaca. Breeding occurs during the austral summer (November-March). Best observed during daylight hours from boat tours or viewpoints along the lake shore.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Being flightless, the Titicaca Grebe has greatly reduced wing bones, making it one of the few avian species that has completely lost the ability to fly.
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