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Colombian Grebe
Podiceps andinus
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Extinct
Family
Podicipedidae
Order
Podicipediformes
About
Colombian Grebe (Podiceps andinus) is an extinct small to medium grebe formerly endemic to Lake Tota in the eastern Andes of Colombia at 3,000 m. Related to Black-necked Grebe; had chestnut neck and facial tufts. Declared extinct in 1977 following drainage of much of Lake Tota, hunting, and pesticide use.
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Extinct
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes (Grebes) |
| Family | Podicipedidae (Grebes) |
| Genus | Podiceps |
| Species | Podiceps andinus |
Distribution
Colombian Grebe has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Colombian Grebe endangered?
The Colombian Grebe has a conservation status of Extinct.
What order and family does the Colombian Grebe belong to?
The Colombian Grebe (Podiceps andinus) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.
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