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Great Crested Grebe
Podiceps cristatus
-34.0614, 18.5152
Field Notes
Description:
The Great Crested Grebe is 46–51 centimetres (18–20 in) long with a 59–73 centimetres (23–29 in) wingspan. It is an excellent swimmer and diver, and pursues its fish prey underwater. The adults are unmistakable in summer with head and neck decorations. In winter, this is whiter than most grebes, with white above the eye, and a pink bill. It is the largest European grebe.
Habitat:
The Great Crested Grebe breeds in vegetated areas of freshwater lakes
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Great Crested Grebe
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PublishedJuly 12, 2011
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