Western Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis
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About
Western Grebe (Aechmophorus occidentalis) is a large 55–75 cm grebe of western North America. Elegant black and white pattern; long sinuous neck; long yellow-green bill; red eye. Inhabits large freshwater lakes; winters on coastal seas. Famous for synchronized rushing-water courtship display. Feeds mainly on fish. Wingspan to 102 cm.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.9 cm | 14.5 in |
| Weight | 1302.5 g | 45.94 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 21-28 days. Fledging: 70 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes (Grebes) |
| Family | Podicipedidae (Grebes) |
| Genus | Aechmophorus |
| Species | Aechmophorus occidentalis |
Distribution
Western Grebe has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Podicipedidae family