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Pied-billed Grebe
Podilymbus podiceps
33.7487, -106.913
Field Notes
Description:
Pied-billed grebes are small waterbirds with lobed, not webbed, feet. They are stocky with a short grayish bill that is encircled in black in breeding colors. They are 31–38 cm (12–15 in) long. They are primarily brown with a dark crown and back. The underside of the wings are dark as well. Both sexes are similar in appearance.
Habitat:
They are found widely across North and South America and inhabit freshwater marshes with quantities of emergent vegetation.
Notes:
I once nearly dunked all my camera gear trying to photograph these fascinating little birds. The float I designed for my gear tried to deflate with me and camera onboard. It didn't take long to get to shore fortunately!
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Pied-billed Grebe
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PublishedMarch 14, 2013
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