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Western Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis (Lawrence, 1858)
41.786, -111.916
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Description:
The western grebe is the largest North American grebe. It is 55–75 cm (22–30 in) long, weighs 795–2,000 g (1.753–4.409 lb) and measures 79–102 cm (31–40 in) across the wings. It is black-and-white, with a long, slender, swan-like neck and red eyes. It is easily confused with Clark's grebe, which shares similar features, body size, behavior and habitat, and hybrids are known.
Habitat:
Water bird found in lakes, swamps, reservoirs, etc.
Notes:
This one has the black hood extending below the eye.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2015
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